MACHINE OPERATOR

KENT WORLDWIDE; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

KENT Nutrition Group is looking for a Machine Operator at their Rockford, IL plant. The role includes operating equipment, ensuring quality control, and maintaining a strong safety culture. Applicants should possess a High School diploma or GED, have at least 1 year of manufacturing experience, and be ready to work as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Complete benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k)

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Farming background a plus.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to manufacture feed products.
• Ensure quality assurance for ingredient receiving and load-out.
• Assist with inventory planning and maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Looking to join a five-time US Best Managed Company? KENT Nutrition Group, a member of the KENT Corporation family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Machine Operator at the Rockford, IL 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. This hourly position has the opportunity for growth, and comes with a complete benefit package!

• The starting wage for this role is $19.15 per 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 DUTIES & 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
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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