Production Machine Operator 1st-2nd Shift

Pures Food Specialties, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure's Food Specialties in Kentucky is seeking a Machine Operator to run and monitor the new production line, following recipes and safety procedures. The role requires standing for long shifts, lifting up to 50 pounds, and maintaining clean, organized work areas.

Responsibilities include reading recipes, operating mixers and scales, documenting lot numbers, and assisting with changeovers. Flexibility for weekends/holidays and cross-training is required to support the shift.

Qualifications

• No specific educational requirements.
• Experience operating and maintaining production equipment.
• Understanding and following Food Safety, GMP, allergen, HACCP, food defense, and SQF requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and monitor the production line.
• Read, understand, and follow production recipes and specifications.
• Mix doughs according to established recipes and procedures.
• Follow FIFO and document lot numbers and production information accurately.
• Keep bins and equipment clean and properly labeled with correct lot numbers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; assist with changeovers.
• Report food safety, quality, equipment, or safety concerns to supervision.
• Stand for the entire shift and be able to lift up to 50 pounds; work flexible hours including weekends/holidays.

Job description

Job Description

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring production equipment on the new line, following recipes and safety procedures, completing required documentation, and keeping the work area clean and organized.

Machine Operator – Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work safely and follow all company safety guidelines and procedures.
• Understand and follow all Food Safety, GMP, allergen, HACCP, food defense, and SQF requirements.
• Read, understand, and follow production recipes and specifications.
• Mix doughs according to established recipes and procedures.
• Operate mixers, timers, batch recipe systems, digital scales, and other assigned production equipment.
• Troubleshoot basic process-related issues within established recipe and production guidelines.
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures and accurately document lot numbers and production information.
• Clean and refill ingredient bins and ensure bins are labeled with the correct lot numbers.
• Monitor and assist with upstream and downstream equipment to maintain continuous production.
• Properly clean mixers, equipment, and work areas during and after production runs and changeovers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Immediately report food safety, quality, equipment, or safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Follow supervisor direction and support other members of the shift as needed.
• Must be able to stand for the entire shift and regularly climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, and assist in other departments as needed.
• Attend all required safety, food safety, GMP, and other company training.

1st Shift: 7:00AM-3:00PM

2nd Shift: 3:00PM-11:00PM

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of this position

Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for the entire shift.
• Ability to climb steps and ladders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Education: No specific educational requirements.

Experience: Previous experience operating and maintaining production equipment and ensuring efficient operation of the production line is required.

EEO Statement

Pure's Food Specialties is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and compensation. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a workplace where every individual is valued and respected.