Manufacturing Operator I

Glanbia Nutritionals, Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company committed to quality and safety in the production of nutritional supplements. As a Manufacturing Operator, you will play a crucial role in blending and packaging essential materials, ensuring adherence to strict SOPs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to specialize in various roles, including Blend Specialist and Packaging Specialist, while working in a collaborative environment. If you have a passion for manufacturing and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow in a diverse workplace that values every contribution.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of manufacturing experience.
• Forklift training and certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Screen, blend, and package a variety of amino acids and vitamins.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Forklift Operation

SOP Compliance

Equipment Operation

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

DQS System

SAP

Job description

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Responsible for a team assigned to the cell for the preparation, production, and/or packaging of blend material. In addition to the base responsibilities of a Manufacturing Operator I, the employee must specialize in one or more of four specialty roles: 1) Blend Specialist, 2) Packaging Specialist, 3) Weight Room Specialist, and/or 4) Sanitation Specialist.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities (not restrictive)

• Effectively read, understand, and extract vital information from detailed batch records in written and electronic forms. Utilize this information to execute proper work instructions using the DQS system.
• Screen, blend, and package a variety of amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, including allergenic substances.
• Operate and monitor all processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Operate equipment including prep, cleaning, and minor repairs.
• Ensure proper cleaning, blending, packaging, and material inspection per SOPs.
• Report equipment issues or damage to your supervisor.
• Perform retention sampling on products in sterile conditions.
• Maintain regular attendance, which is an essential function of this position.

Additional Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Must specialize in one or more of the four roles: 1) Blend Specialist, 2) Packaging Specialist, 3) Weight Room Specialist, and/or 4) Sanitation Specialist.

• Blend Specialist
  • Operate equipment such as blenders, screeners, mills, forklifts, magnets, packaging equipment, metal detectors, etc., including prep, cleaning, operation, and minor repairs like replacing seals and disassembling/assembling chopper blades.
  • Have working knowledge of four or more blenders.
• Weight Room Specialist
  • Prepare blends and follow procedures to produce final products.
  • Coordinate down pack of distribution orders daily.
  • Handle R&D lab sample requests.
• Packaging Specialist
  • Operate automated and semi-automated packaging lines independently.
• Sanitation Specialist

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Supervisory Responsibilities (If relevant)

N/A

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Follow company safety procedures, wear proper PPE, maintain a sanitary work environment, and operate equipment safely when moving materials.

Qualification & Experience Requirements

Education, Training:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift training and certification.

Experience Required:

• At least one year of manufacturing experience as a Machine Technician.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Complete Manufacturing Operator I Assessment successfully.
• Work with amino acids, vitamins, chemicals, including allergenic products.
• Follow directions and SOPs.
• Work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends on short notice.
• Read and understand the DQS system.
• Knowledge of production documentation, weigh room, and DQS system.

Language, Computer & Numeracy:

• Strong command of English (verbal and written).
• Basic computer skills: MS Excel, Word, DQS, SAP.

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to equal opportunity and a welcoming culture.