Machine Operator I – Climate-Controlled Food Production

Dawn Foods Global; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential

UFCW benefit eligibility after 90 days

Career advancement opportunities

Climate controlled

Clean work environment

Job summary

Dawn Foods is seeking a Machine Operator I in Louisville to prepare batches, mix raw materials, and package finished goods for shipment, supporting high-quality bakery ingredients. You will follow GMP, HACCP, and safety rules, work Monday-Friday with possible weekends, and participate in training.

High school diploma preferred; forklift certification beneficial; computer skills helpful. Join a family-owned company with 100+ years of experience and opportunities for growth in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports
• Ability to communicate effectively with fellow team members
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problem-solving in variable situations
• Must be able to work well with others or independently
• Forklift certified is helpful, and must be able to become certified
• Computer skills helpful

Responsibilities

• Assure all products produced meet the product specifications, food safety, and regulatory requirements
• Establish high-performance standards in housekeeping, in accordance with GMP, AIB, IFS, and HACCP requirements
• Responsible for the accurate operation of computer systems as required in production processes
• Operate auxiliary equipment as needed for each respective function
• Operate in a safe manner according to manual, training, and batch card instructions to ensure high-quality and food-safe product
• Responsible for all SSOP’s and GMPs, including pre-start check lists, scale checks, forklift check lists, code dates on labels, lot numbers on formulas, batch verification counts, etc.
• Responsible for communicating to lead or supervisor any quality, safety, scheduling, and food safety issues within their department or the plant
• Responsible for maintaining the workstation and keeping it clean and organized
• Perform all the above tasks in a safe manner by following the company's GMPs, SOPs, and safety regulations
• Assist in training new team members
• Adhere to the Food Defense and Security functions within the facility
• Follow the guidelines as printed in the description of duties for the function
• Perform all functions of the role
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Demonstrate the "Dawn Values" of Team Dawn and supports the Circle of Excellence

Skills

Reading documents/interpreting rules

Writing routine reports

Communication

Basic math (units)

Problem solving

Teamwork

Forklift certified helpful

Computer skills helpful

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Dawn Foods is seeking a Machine Operator I in Louisville to prepare batches, mix raw materials, and package finished goods for shipment, supporting high-quality bakery ingredients. You will follow GMP, HACCP, and safety rules, work Monday-Friday with possible weekends, and participate in training.

High school diploma preferred; forklift certification beneficial; computer skills helpful. Join a family-owned company with 100+ years of experience and opportunities for growth in a