MACHINE OPERATOR

KENT WORLDWIDE; Richford (VT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

KENT WORLDWIDE in Richford, VT is seeking a Machine Operator to join KENT Nutrition. The role involves routine feed production tasks, quality control and housekeeping, with emphasis on teamwork and safety in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include operating bagger, forklift, and other equipment, recording production, and supporting scheduling and QA compliance. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Farming background a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily operation of equipment to process and manufacture feed products.
• Operate bagger, sewing machine, forklift and all feed manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow warehouse and loading protocols.
• Ensure quality assurance is met for ingredient receiving, load-out, and bagging.
• Record and document all feed produced during shift.
• Mix and prepare livestock feeds accurately and efficiently.
• Assist management with production scheduling and inventory planning.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed.
• Load and unload trucks safely.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Observe and enforce all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain strong safety culture and follow all safety regulations.

Skills

Team player

Safety conscious

Customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

1+ years manufacturing experience

Farming background a plus

Mechanical aptitude preferred

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Looking to join a seven-time US Best Managed Company?! KENT Nutrition, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Machine Operator at our Richford, VT plant! The Machine Operator will perform routine tasks related to the feed production including quality control, ingredient and feed processing, manufacturing and load out, ingredient receiving and storage, equipment maintenance and housekeeping. The Machine Operator must possess a strong work ethic, customer focused, hardworking and desire to work as a team member.

• The compensation range for this role is $22.50 - $26.00 an hour in addition to KENT standard benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k). Final compensation is subject to variation based on the candidate's skills, job responsibilities, location and other pertinent factors.

Primary Responsibilities

• Daily operation of equipment to process and manufacture feed products
• Operate the bagger, sewing machine, forklift and all feed manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently
• Follow warehouse and loading protocols
• Ensure KNG’s quality assurance is met regarding ingredient receiving, load-out, and bagging
• Record and document all feed manufactured during shift
• Mix and prepare livestock feeds efficiently assuring accuracy and high quality
• Assist management with production scheduling, inventory planning & control for both ingredients and finished products
• Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed
• Load and unload trucks in a safe and efficient manner
• Provide excellent customer service
• Observe and enforce all company policies & procedures
• Perform general work around the facility and other duties as assigned
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations
• Other duties as assigned by Plant Management

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• 1 plus years of manufacturing experience
• Farming background a plus
• Mechanical aptitude preferred

Other Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge
• Good communication, verbal, written and math skills
• Able to effectively communication with customers, co-workers and customers
• Ability to work as a team member
• Thorough understanding of cGMP’s
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, HACCP Feed & Safety Plan, and FSMA
• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs. from floor to working height as job requires
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check