Processing Operator (Nights) - Ames, IA

Barilla Group; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k match

Wellness Subsidy

Pay for Skills Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Barilla Group is seeking dedicated individuals to join our pasta packaging team. The Processing Operator will operate one processing line per Barilla specifications, handling automated mixing, die selection/installation, extrusion, cutting, and drying to produce high-quality pasta products.

This role requires prior experience in production or food manufacturing, basic computer skills, and a willingness to work a 2-2-3 shift pattern including every other weekend.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in production or food manufacturing and a general working knowledge of computers is required.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and GMPs is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and related programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate one processing line per Barilla specifications, including automated mixing, die selection/installation, extrusion, cutting, and drying.
• Work a flexible 2-2-3 shift pattern and be available for every other weekend.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure top-quality pasta products and safe production practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computers basics

GMP knowledge

Job description

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 20 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Do you have a love for pasta and a knack for attention to detail? We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our pasta packaging team. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute to the creation of top-quality pasta products, we want you!

Processing Operators during their shift are primarily responsible for operating one processing line according to Barilla specifications. The operator is responsible for automated mixing, die selection/installation, extrusion, cutting, and drying.

$27.83 (includes 10% shift differential) for the night shift.

Processing Operators work only half the days in a month, as they work a flexible (2-2-3) shift pattern. Applicants must be available to work every other weekend as part of their regular schedule.

As a team member at Barilla, you’ll enjoy:

Healthcare, dental, and vision - 1st of the month after hire

401k match up to 6%

Wellness Subsidy

Pay for Skills Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Education and Experience:

Previous work experience in production or food manufacturing and a general working knowledge of computers is required.

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and good manufacturing practices (GMP's) preferred.

Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and appropriate supporting programs (e.g., cleaning, sanitation, pest management, etc.) is a plus.

Diverse candidates and veterans encouraged to apply.

Barilla is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Barilla to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard characteristics including, but not limited to, age, race, color, culture, ethnicity, nationality, faith, religion, gender, pregnancy, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran or protected veteran status, political opinions, health or disability.