Production Line Operator - 2nd Shift

WM B REILY & COMPANY INC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Paid Company Holidays

Generous Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

WM B REILY & COMPANY INC is looking for a Line Operator at the Luzianne Tea Manufacturing Plant in New Orleans, LA. This role involves operating tea and coffee production packaging equipment, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED with 2+ years of production experience, and demonstrate strong communication and time management skills. Comprehensive benefits package included.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machine operating/production experience preferred.
• Ability to start and stop equipment and complete changeovers.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate production equipment according to GMP standards.
• Track downtime using Digital Production System (Redzone).
• Complete changeovers for assigned equipment.

Skills

Machine operation

Good communication

Time management

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Digital Production System (Redzone)

Job description

Job Details

Location: Luzianne Tea Manufacturing Plant at 5601 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA 70126

Shift: 2nd Shift Hours: Monday-Thursday 3:00pm-1:30am

Why Join Reily Foods Company?

We're family owned and have a passion for flavor providing iconic coffee and tea beverages. With brands such as Luzianne Iced Tea and French Market Coffee, we've created memories for over 120 years!

Job Description

The Line Operator is responsible for safely operating tea and/or coffee production packaging equipment within the manufacturing facility and ensuring that quality products are produced timely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment efficiently according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), and food/employee safety requirements and guidelines to meet daily labor and waste goals as planned and driven by management
• Utilize Digital Production System (Redzone) to track downtime, perform quality compliance documents and communicate with support functions
• Complete change overs for their assigned equipment and/or production line
• Learn and maintain customer standards for product specifications and acceptable quality
• Read and follow instructions regarding daily expectations, requirements, or specifications
• Accurately completes all quality, traceability, and production paperwork
• Report any product deficiencies, food, or safety concerns to supervisor
• Perform minor equipment adjustments to ensure equipment is operating optimally
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation and assists others with product change overs
• Support and comply with GMP’s; understand and follow emergency action plan
• Ensure the operation is providing food-safe, quality products which meet or exceed all product specifications and regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of machine operating/production experience preferred
• Technical skills include the ability to start and stop equipment, complete a changeover, and operate one piece of equipment
• Interpersonal skills include good verbal and written communication, good time management skills and the ability to follow rules and directions
• Leadership skills include a positive attitude, being a team player and self-leadership

Benefits

• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• Generous Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Comprehensive, Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for you and your family
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and discretionary profit sharing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and financial wellness resources
• Company‑Paid Disability
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance equal to 3× annual compensation
• And more benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and well‑being

Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to caring for our employees both inside and outside the workplace.