Production Line Inspector

ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients); Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal availability

Season May-Oct

Competitive Pay

Shift Differential Pay

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off after 90 Days

End of Season Bonus Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Health savings account

401(k) matching Retirement plan

Employee Referral program

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Job summary

ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients) is seeking an Inspector to ensure product quality by identifying foreign materials and defects on a fast-paced production line in Fernley, Nevada. The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and adherence to GMPs, with responsibilities including stopping lines when contamination is detected and coordinating with the Line Operator or Lead.

This seasonal, full-time position offers weekly pay, shift differential, a paid time off plan after 90 days, and a range

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all defects and foreign materials are identified, and good product is not being discarded.
• In the event that foreign materials are identified and the product is determined to be “contaminated” it is the responsibility of the inspector to stop the line and immediately inform the Line Operator or Lead.
• The inspectors will receive direction by the Lead or Line Operator to clear the contaminated product and sanitize the affected area.
• During the assigned floor rotation, the inspector is required to clean the belts, rollers, run-offs and shoveling waste off the floors in all processing areas.
• Ensure that all tools and equipment are in their designated areas during and at the end of each shift.
• Report any safety or equipment issues to your Line operator or Lead.
• This position is not limited to those duties in the job description. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced, or deleted to meet the business needs of the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Inspector will be responsible for inspecting product for defects by identifying all foreign materials and product quality issues. Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment.

The ideal candidate will assure no foreign material from the field makes it into the finish product.

Position Responsibilities

• Ensure that all defects and foreign materials are identified, and good product is not being discarded.
• In the event that foreign materials are identified and the product is determined to be “contaminated” it is the responsibility of the inspector to stop the line and immediately inform the Line Operator or Lead. The inspectors will receive direction by the Lead or Line Operator to clear the contaminated product and sanitize the affected area.
• During the assigned floor rotation, the inspector is required to clean the belts, rollers, run-offs and shoveling waste off the floors in all processing areas.
• Ensure that all tools and equipment are in their designated areas during and at the end of each shift.
• Report any safety or equipment issues to your Line operator or Lead.
• This position is not limited to those duties in the job description. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced, or deleted to meet the business needs of the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Extensive walking and standing for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to work with various temperature extremes from hot to cold.
• Use ladders when required in work assignments.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs.
• Ability to use a shovel/squeegee/broom for sanitation purposes.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to work in a wet, fast paced, and noisy production line environment.
• Ability to take direction from the department leads and work in a team driven atmosphere.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and department Leads.
• Understand and follow all Good Manufacturing Practices, and Safety regulations.
• Ability to wear and use all assigned personal protective equipment (hard hat, gloves, eye protection, ear plugs and steel toe footwear/nonslip, etc.).

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

• Seasonal availability
• Season from May to October
• Competitive Pay
• Shift Differential Pay
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off after 90 Days
• End of Season Bonus Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• 401(k) matching Retirement plan
• Employee Referral program
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.