Manufacturing Production Operator

ESPO Corporation; Maquoketa (IA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent/Direct Hire

Weekend shift differential

Job summary

ESPO Corporation in Maquoketa, IA is seeking a Manufacturing Production Operator for permanent, direct-hire placement. Starting pay varies by shift: $18.00/hour (1st), $19.25/hour (2nd/3rd), with weekend rates of $22.25/hour on Saturday and $25.25/hour on Sunday.

Shifts run 1st, 2nd, or 3rd; schedules are six days on, two off, with weekend work as part of rotation and occasional weekend days off every seven weeks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; technical school degree desirable.
• Weekend work required with generous pay differential for weekend work.
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate various separating, drying, and/or bagging equipment.
• Operate equipment and dryers to achieve required efficiency.
• Monitor equipment and process to maintain performance.
• Follow production SOPs and respond to process upsets and alarms.
• Maintain a clean work area after each shift.
• Participate in TPM in appropriate areas.
• Participate in monthly safety, quality & food defense trainings.
• Prioritize safety in accordance with company rules.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing training and internal audits.
• Be aware of and contribute to Darling's food safety program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Equipment operation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Self supervision

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical school degree desirable

Job description

Manufacturing Production Operator

Location: Maquoketa, IA

Permanent/Direct Hire

You’ll start out earning $18.00/hour (if on 1st shift) and if you work 2nd or 3rd shift, you’ll start out at $19.25/hour. And if you work a weekend shift, you make $22.25/hr. on Saturday and $25.25/hr. on Sunday!

1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift open:

• 1st shift hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 2nd shift hours: 4:00 PM - Midnight
• 3rd shift hours: Midnight - 8:00 AM

Schedule: All our operators work 6 days on 2 days off so weekend work is just part of the regular rotation. You’ll have both weekend days off once every 7 weeks. 3 out of 7 weeks will have at least 1 weekend day off.

Our client, a worldwide Agri-Food ingredient manufacturer, wants to expand their corporate team by adding a new Manufacturing Production Operator to their Iowa location.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate various separating, drying, and/or bagging equipment.
• Operate equipment and Dryers to the require efficiency.
• Monitor equipment and process to accomplish process.
• Follow production standard operating procedures (SOP's) as instructed.
• Respond to process upsets and alarms appropriately.
• Assures equipment and work area is clean after each shift.
• Responsible for TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) in appropriate areas.
• Participate in monthly training sessions for Safety, Quality & Food Defense.
• Maintain safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing Training and partake in Internal Audits.
• As trained, be aware of and responsible for their role in Darling's food safety program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. (technical school degree is desirable).
• Weekend work is required (generous pay differentialprovided for weekend work).
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Preferred Experience

• 1-3 years industrial experience a plus.
• Some knowledge of mechanical and process equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Good mechanical aptitude and skilled in safe operating of equipment.
• Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations.
• Works well with others in a team environment.