MACHINE OPERATOR

Kent Nutrition Group; Rockford (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Kent Nutrition Group, a leading player in the Animal Feed Manufacturing industry, seeks a Machine Operator for their Rockford, IL plant. This role involves operating feed production equipment, ensuring quality control, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have strong work ethics, teamwork skills, and ideally some manufacturing experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, and the position provides opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k retirement plan

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience is required.
• Farming background and mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment for feed production efficiently.
• Record and document all feed manufactured.
• Assist with inventory planning & control.

Skills

Good communication

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

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

  Animal Feed Manufacturing

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