Production 3rd

Pro Resources Staffing Services; Reynolds (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Resources Staffing Services in Lafayette/Louisiana region seeks a production operator to oversee a product line, ensuring safe, quality-focused operation. Tasks include machine setup, assembly, safety compliance, and training staff. Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math are required; Spanish bilinguals are a plus. This hourly role supports a safety-driven, manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; related experience is a plus.
• 1–2 years in a supervisory role in a production environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read basic instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and assist with setup and assembly.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in quality control.
• Train new employees on procedures, safety guidelines and company policies.
• Identify potential delays and communicate to the Production Lead.
• Support inventory management and maintenance scheduling.
• Assist in continuous improvement and cost reduction efforts.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Computer skills

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

One to two years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Automated packing machines software

Job description

Shifts:7am-3:30pm3pm-11:30pm11pm-7:30amPay Rate: $16.50/hr

Summary:The key person in the operation and maintenance of a specific production process. They oversee the total operation of a specific product line is operated in a safe and quality conscious manner. Our goal is to build a good product with an emphasis on quality, safety and regulatory compliance and legality.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Understands the operation of production machinery; assists with set-up and assembly; assists with production tasks as requiredPractices safety proceduresAssists in the training employees in production procedures, safety guidelines and practices, quality control measures, and company policies and proceduresIdentifies potential problems in meeting deadlines and communicates issues to the Production Lead as required.Communicates maintenance concerns and follows company preventative maintenance schedule.Continuously investigates opportunities to increase efficiencies and reduce costsParticipates in additional training as part of job development as necessaryInventory Management.Quality ControlMember of the plant Safety Committee.

Food Safety Responsibilities

Ensure that all ingredients appear to be free from contaminationEnsure that the scales used have been calibrated each morningEnsure the proper specifications are met with each productVerify that all records and all documents are complete

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Six-months to one year in a supervisory role in a production environment. Have a strong mechanical aptitude.

Language Ability:

Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from groups of managers and employees. Being bi-lingual in Spanish would be a plus.

Math Ability:

Ability to apply concepts of basic math.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited information exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook and accounting software. The understanding of automated packing machines and its software.

Equipment:

ForkliftPalletizing EquipmentBulk Mixing EquipmentPackaging EquipmentGrain Handling Equipment

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job is performed in a production setting – can be very dusty, loud and subject to the outdoor climate seasonally

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