MACHINE OPERATOR

KENT WORLDWIDE; Town of Arcade (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

KENT Nutrition Group, Inc., a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE™ family, seeks a Machine Operator for our Arcade, NY plant. You will operate equipment to produce high-quality livestock feeds in a safe, efficient environment and support production planning and quality standards.

The role is 2nd shift, 3:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m., with a pay range of $19.00 - $19.50 per hour and standard benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401k.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• 3 to 5 years of manufacturing/factory experience.
• Farming background is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate daily equipment to process and manufacture feed products.
• Operate bagger, sewing machine, forklift safely and efficiently.
• Follow warehouse and loading protocols.
• Ensure quality assurance for ingredients receiving, load-out and bagging.
• Record and document all feed produced during shift.
• Assist with production scheduling and inventory planning.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Good communication

Teamwork

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

KENT Nutrition Group, Inc., a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE™ family of companies, is seeking a Machine Operator to join our team at our Arcade, NY plant. In this role, you will play a key part in producing high-quality products in a safe and efficient manufacturing environment. We are looking for dependable, hard-working individuals who take pride in their work and are committed to maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

This is a 2nd shift opportunity with a schedule of 3:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

• The compensation range for this role is $19.00 - $19.50, 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 Kent Nutrition'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 neededLoad 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
• 3 to 5 years manufacturing/factory 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