Process Operator (Churn) on 3rd Shift

AgriMark; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 39,950 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Agri-Mark in Massachusetts is seeking a regular, full‑time Machine Operator for the Butter Churn on the 3rd shift (11 pm–7 am). You will run the churn, maintain sanitary conditions, perform CIP washing, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include operating churn to meet production, performing CIP washing of equipment and facility, following safety procedures, and handling shift flexibility, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and rotation.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET) required.
• Experience operating machinery in manufacturing preferred; food industry a plus.
• Knowledge of safety and lock-out/tag-out procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate butter churn to meet production requirements.
• Perform CIP washing and sanitize equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and regulations.
• Work schedule flexibility including overtime and shift rotations.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Read manuals

Basic computer skills

Team player

Ethical standards

Education

High school diploma

GED/HiSET

Job description

Position Overview: A regular, full‑time Machine Operator for the Butter Churn operation on the 3rd shift (11 pm–7 am). The operator will run the churn, maintain sanitary conditions, perform Clean in Place (CIP) washing, and ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate the butter churn effectively and efficiently to meet production requirements.
• Perform CIP washing of equipment and clean walls, floors, ceilings, light fixtures, drains and other environmental areas.
• Follow safety procedures, lock‑out/tag‑out, and all food‑industry regulations.
• Adapt to schedule flexibility, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift rotation as required.

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

• Work effectively in a multi‑tasking environment with minimum supervision.
• Detail oriented and able to resolve standardized problems professionally.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to read and understand instructions and manuals.
• Basic computer skills and numerical competency (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division in all units).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude; able to support a team environment.
• Apply common sense to carry out instructions given in written, oral or diagram form.
• Uphold ethical standards, treat people with respect, keep commitments, and act as a steward of the environment.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma, GED, or HiSET.
• Preferred experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment; experience in the food industry is a plus.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety requirements and lock‑out/tag‑out procedures.

Work Environment

• Exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and loud noises.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 70 lbs and handling of objects weighing more than 100 lbs.
• Physical risks such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals.

Compensation: $29.29 /hr – $31.14 /hr plus a 10% shift differential for 3rd shift.

Benefits: 100% tuition reimbursement; comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; paid time off and other benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Agri‑Mark is an equal opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, injury status, age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected under applicable federal and/or state law.

Agri‑Mark complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.