Operator 1

Palmer-Candy-Company; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmer Candy Company in Sioux City, IA, is seeking a 2nd shift Operator to operate a production line and oversee confectionery packaging. You will perform quality checks and assist with maintenance, while keeping a clean environment and following allergen procedures.

Qualifications include English proficiency, prior manufacturing experience, and basic math skills. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to a supervisor and may require overtime to meet production demands.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand manuals in English.
• Prior experience operating machines in a manufacturing setting.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, and simple multiplication.

Responsibilities

• Operate a production line and oversee packaging of confectionery products.
• Perform routine quality checks, weight and percentage measurements, and equipment checks.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work area and follow allergen/changeover procedures.
• Prepare supplies and equipment for production and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Maintain inventory counts, lot numbers, and production records.
• Support line operations and train Team Members as needed; use REDZONE software.

Skills

English proficiency

Machine operation experience

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

REDZONE production software

SAP or equivalent

Job description

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Operator 1

Full Time Regular Operatives Sioux City, IA, US

Palmer Candy is looking for a 2nd shiftOperator at our Bluff St facility.

2nd shift will work Monday-Friday. Monday-Thursday hours are 4:30 pm- 3:00 am with Friday hours varying from 6 to 10-hour shifts. Saturday hours may be scheduled due to business needs.

Team Member’s will be notified by plant management if schedules were to change outside of the times listed above.

Job Title: Operator

Department: Manufacturing

Shift: 2 nd shift
Employment Status:Non-Exempt
Reports to: Supervisor

Position Summary

This role operates a production line and oversees the production and packaging of confectionary products.

• Ensure Team Members produce and package high-quality products safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and specifications.
• Package products and perform routine quality, weight, percentage, and equipment checks to ensure product accuracy and safety.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized work environment, including proper allergen and product changeover procedures.
• Prepare supplies, products, and equipment for production while ensuring equipment meets health and safety requirements.
• Perform basic equipment cleaning, minor maintenance, and routine inspections of metal detectors and other production equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts, lot numbers, date codes, and production records.
• Assist with production line operations and train Team Members as needed.
• Utilize REDZONE production software and support established OEE standards.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with Team Members across all departments and levels.
• Maintain professional conduct, regular and reliable attendance, and work overtime as needed to support production demands.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required

Preferred

• SAP or equivalent experience
• High school diploma or equivalent

Required

• Ability to verbally communicate proficiently in English to effectively engage with internal teams. Applicant must be proficient in reading and understanding English-language manuals, equipment, instructions, and other documents relevant to the role.
• Prior experience operating machines in a manufacturing setting
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction and simple multiplication and division)

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move 20–30 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Comfortable standing and working for extended periods in a production environment.
• Frequent hand and repetitive motion required to handle, inspect, and package products.
• Works efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Flexibility to cross-train and operate on multiple production lines as needed.

This job description is intended to summarize the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this role. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements.