Harlan Functional Proteins Production Operator - 3rd Shift

LGI foundation; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after hire

401(k) with match

9 holidays

120 hours PTO per year

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Production Operator to support multiple areas of the plant, ensuring efficient production aligned with GMP and customer specs. The role involves handling packaging, processing, and documentation while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and experience in manufacturing or related fields. Forklift operations may be required along with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Stable work history in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to follow written/verbal instruction and communicate effectively with personnel.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and SQF procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work in various areas of production workflow including dumping, grinding, processing.
• Packaging and finishing.
• Operate forklifts and/or pallet jacks as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleanup activities per safety guidelines.
• Record data and paperwork per GMP/HACCP procedures.

Skills

Written/verbal instructions

Effective communication

Machinery knowledge

Documentation

Safety procedures

Multi-tasking

Math calculations

Problem solving

Team cooperation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack use

Job description

The Production Operator assists various areas within the plant while maintaining efficient production processes according to GMP and customer specifications.Base pay starting at $21.50 per hour$2.00 Shift DifferentialBenefits first of the month following date of hire401(k) with employer match9 paid holidaysPTO starting at 120 hours per year, prorated based on hire dateOther great benefits!!JOB QUALIFICATIONS:Education:High School Diploma or G.E.D. certification preferred.Experience:Stable work history in areas such as agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.JOB DUTIES:Work in various areas of production workflow including all tasks and appropriate documentation of the following:Dumping / Grinding / ProcessingPackaging / FinishingAssist in ensuring fundamental food safety and quality practices are maintained to achieve food safety and quality objectives and to support ongoing improvements of food safety programs.Operate forklifts and /or non-motorized pallet jacks as required.Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and organized work environment. Perform basic maintenance and clean-up activities as follows:Proper storage and care of equipment used during production in accordance with the company safety guidelines and regulations.Regularly sweep and occasionally hose production and other areas.JOB REQUIREMENTS:Ability to follow written/verbal instruction and communicate effectively with personnelGeneral and specific knowledge of machinery and ability to assist in preparing equipment for operation and/or tear down production operations.Accurately and completely abide by company good documentation procedures for recording required data and paperwork related to HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and SQF.Sustained physical effort required to move throughout work areas, climbing steps, ladders as required, and walking around equipment.Must be able to distinguish if food safety violations or product quality issues occur and resolve immediately or, if unable to resolve immediately, contact appropriate plant management (i.e. the Production Supervisor and/or the QC Manager).Knowledge and ability to:Learn how to operate new equipment/machineryRead gauges and record data in legible manner in accordance with established proceduresHandle multiple tasks simultaneouslyInterpret and work from oral and written instructionsPerform basic math calculationsLegibly document data for record keeping purposesImplement all safety techniques and mandated sanitary rules and regulations in accordance with established policies and proceduresCooperate with all Essentia staffRemain calm and professionalWork daily and overtime as necessaryAssist in other work-related areas as requiredOperate all necessary plant and office equipment required to accomplish job dutiesProblem-solveMust be at least 18 years of age due to nature of work (heavy machinery)Physical Demand Summary: Maximum frequent waist to floor lift of 5 lbs.; Maximum occasional waist to floor lift of 50 lbs.; Maximum frequent bilateral carry of 5 lbs.; Maximum occasional bilateral carry of 50 lbs.: Maximum occasional horizontal push/pull force of 50 lbs. of force; Maximum occasional vertical push/pull of 25 lbs. of force: Occasional grasping of 55 lbs. of force; Occasional 2-point/3-point/lateral pinching of 5/8/10 lbs. of force; Frequent forward/lateral reaching; Occasional above shoulder reaching; Occasional sitting; Frequent standing; Frequent walking; Frequent stair climbing; Occasional ladder/equipment climbing; Occasional squatting; Frequent bending; Occasional stooping; Occasional twisting.