Night Dryer Operator, Food Production & Safety

Lesaffre Group; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Benefits from day 1 of employment

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Lesaffre is seeking a Production Operator - Nights (Biospringer) in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role supports our Biospringer team, operating spray drying equipment during the 6 PM–6 AM shift on a rotating schedule, ensuring liquid intermediate product meets specifications and safety procedures are followed.

You will train across departments, perform sanitation, monitor quality controls, pack safely, inspect equipment, and assist in troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 3 years minimum of experience.
• Forklift certification required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage time and plan ahead.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow safety, GMP, food safety, and other rules or policies.
• Perform sanitation on equipment, infrastructure, grounds, and other assigned areas.
• Monitor quality assurance controls during the production process; record and maintain information.
• Operate packing line safely and efficiently.
• Inspect dryer infrastructure and notify management when maintenance is required.
• Assist in troubleshooting of equipment and process problems.
• Notify Supervisor of equipment failures and major process problems or variations.
• Train and work in other departments as needed; cover shifts as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift certification

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Time management

Teamwork

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or 3 years minimum of experience

Job description

Lesaffre is seeking a Production Operator - Nights (Biospringer) in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role supports our Biospringer team, operating spray drying equipment during the 6 PM–6 AM shift on a rotating schedule, ensuring liquid intermediate product meets specifications and safety procedures are followed.

You will train across departments, perform sanitation, monitor quality controls, pack safely, inspect equipment, and assist in troubleshooting.