Process Operator - Night Shift

Continental Mills Inc.; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Shift differential

Incentive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

The Krusteaz Company is seeking a team member for processing operations on a rotating 4‑3‑2 shift schedule. The role involves handling bulk materials, operating silos, and maintaining safety and GMP standards while lifting up to 100 pounds and occasionally more.

Night shift includes a $2.25/hour differential. Excellent pay, incentive bonuses, and a broad benefits package including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) matching, PTO, holidays, life and disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous food processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supply indoor silo requirements through operation of bulk bag dump stations.
• Manage indoor silo inventories using process computer systems.
• Receive and unload bulk raw materials per established procedures.
• Complete and process receiving, inventory, clean‑down, safety, shift tie‑in, and related documentation accurately and timely.
• Perform routine and change‑over sanitation tasks within AIB, GMP, lockout/tagout, and confined space entry guidelines.
• Properly use and care for equipment used in the cleaning of process equipment and platforms.
• Assemble goody barrels and operate manual weigh and AZO database PCs and peripherals.
• Match goody barrel contents, manual weigh ticket, and bag dump prompt to correct batch.
• Operate production PCs, monitoring, and problem‑solving duties.
• Visually examine mixes for cross‑contamination, color, saturation, lumps, and other key attributes or defects.
• Supply manual weigh and bag dump stations with a sufficient supply of the right ingredients.
• Automatic and manual manipulation of various process equipment and devices.
• Lift 100 lbs. and move 400 lbs. using proper lifting techniques and devices.
• Frequently climb multiple flights of stairs, walk, crawl, stand, and sit.

Skills

Safety awareness

GMP compliance

Problem solving

Time management

Multi-tasking

Communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AZO database

Process PCs

Job description

Description

We've got the right mix of ingredients for a better career:

• Excellent Pay – $22.98 per hour, plus $2.25/hour shift differential for working night shift.
• Pay for Skill Environment – After achieving the next level certification, a significant pay increase is expected. Additional annual level increases are awarded based on market and budget factors. Higher levels receive further increases and may involve project work and leadership tasks.
• Incentive Pay – Quarterly bonus incentives up to 7% per quarter based on safety, quality, and other metrics.
• Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (employee‑only coverage starting at $60‑$95/month for the PPO plan or $30‑$45/month for the HDHP), 401(k) matching, 3 weeks of paid time off, 10 paid holidays, 1 paid personal holiday, company‑provided life insurance and disability insurance, flexible spending account, healthcare saving account, voluntary accident and critical illness insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supply indoor silo requirements through operation of bulk bag dump stations.
• Manage indoor silo inventories using process computer systems.
• Receive and unload bulk raw materials per established procedures.
• Complete and process receiving, inventory, clean‑down, safety, shift tie‑in, and related documentation accurately and timely.
• Perform routine and change‑over sanitation tasks within AIB, GMP, lockout/tagout, and confined space entry guidelines.
• Properly use and care for equipment used in the cleaning of process equipment and platforms.
• Assemble goody barrels and operate manual weigh and AZO database PCs and peripherals.
• Match goody barrel contents, manual weigh ticket, and bag dump prompt to correct batch.
• Operate production PCs, monitoring, and problem‑solving duties.
• Visually examine mixes for cross‑contamination, color, saturation, lumps, and other key attributes or defects.
• Supply manual weigh and bag dump stations with a sufficient supply of the right ingredients.
• Automatic and manual manipulation of various process equipment and devices.
• Lift 100 lbs. and move 400 lbs. using proper lifting techniques and devices.
• Frequently climb multiple flights of stairs, walk, crawl, stand, and sit.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Works in a safe manner.
• Safeguards product quality and follows GMP, housekeeping, and food safety guidelines.
• Processes information systematically to identify and eliminate problem causes.
• Manages time efficiently and effectively; self‑motivated.
• Manages multiple tasks and priorities.
• Communicates clearly using a variety of media.
• Develops good working relationships with fellow team members.
• Interacts with and comfortably utilizes computerized information systems.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Accurate reading, math, and organizational skills.

EXPERIENCE

Previous food processing experience preferred.

KEY REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work rotating shift 4-3-2; 7:00 pm – 7:30 am with a 30‑minute unpaid meal.
• Ability to operate processing equipment (machinery) at standard.
• Read and follow directions correctly, written and verbal, continuously.
• Use entire body to bend, twist, push, pull, reach, squat, climb, maneuver, stand, walk, sit, and lean in awkward positions to perform a variety of tasks at each level.
• Climb and balance on an 18‑to‑20‑foot ladder; some tasks require short periods of working at heights on platforms.
• Work in a safe manner; lift 100 pounds, occasionally.
• Pro‑active in quality and follow GMPs and housekeeping guidelines.
• Flexible to work other shifts and overtime as business needs require.
• Ability to work with people in a team environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; accurate reading, math, and organizational skills.
• Food processing and processing machinery experience preferred.

EEO STATEMENT

The policy of The Krusteaz Company is to hire, train, and promote all persons in all job groups in accordance with law, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital or military status, national origin, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.