Production Operator

Louisiana Fish Fry Products; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentive pay

Career progression (Operator I-III)

On-the-job training

Skills development

Job summary

Louisiana Fish Fry Products in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Production Operator to safely run production and packaging lines, monitor equipment performance, and complete required documentation. The role emphasizes learning across multiple lines, with progression from Operator I to III as skills expand.

Responsibilities include setup and adjustments, routine changeovers, quality checks, and teamwork to meet daily production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and understand basic instructions.
• Basic math skills for production counts and measurements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach and perform physical work.
• Strong attention to detail and safety and product quality.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate production and packaging lines.
• Learn and develop proficiency across lines and equipment.
• Set up, monitor and adjust equipment during runs.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately and on time.
• Perform basic changeovers and equipment adjustments.
• Identify and resolve routine equipment issues.
• Assist with troubleshooting and tooling changes as skills develop.
• Monitor product quality and report concerns to management.
• Assist team to meet daily production goals and schedules.
• Cross-train on additional lines to support absences and progression.
• Follow safety, GMP, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Reading instructions

Basic math

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Physical stamina

Attendance

Overtime availability

Mechanical aptitude

Detail orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Operator is responsible for safely operating production equipment to manufacture and package products according to production schedules, quality standards, and company procedures. The Operator monitors equipment performance, completes required production and quality documentation, performs equipment adjustments and changeovers, and works with team members to meet daily production goals. Operators are expected to develop proficiency across multiple production lines with opportunities to advance through the Operator I, II, and III levels.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned production and packaging lines.

• Learn and develop proficiency across multiple types of production equipment and lines.

• Set up, monitor, and make routine adjustments to equipment throughout the production run.

• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately and on time.

• Perform basic changeovers, film changes, and equipment adjustments.

• Identify and resolve routine equipment issues, including tracking, sealing, and ribbon issues.

• Assist with equipment troubleshooting and tooling changeovers as skills and experience develop.

• Monitor product quality and report equipment, production, or quality concerns to management.

• Assist team members in meeting or exceeding daily production goals and production schedules.

• Cross-train on additional production lines and equipment to support absences, vacations, operational needs, and career progression.

• Follow all safety, food safety, GMP, regulatory, and company quality standards.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Ability to read and understand basic instructions, production specifications, and work orders.

• Basic math skills for production counts, measurements, and documentation.

• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate production equipment.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment troubleshooting.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 50 pounds regularly.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical work throughout the shift.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and product quality.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Experience

• Previous production or machine operator experience is preferred but not required.

• Previous experience in manufacturing, food production, packaging, or a similar environment is preferred.

• Mechanical or equipment troubleshooting experience is a plus but not required.

• Experience following safety, food safety, GMP, and work instructions is preferred.

• On-the-job training and cross-training on production equipment will be provided.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay.

• Opportunity to earn additional incentive pay based on established company and performance criteria.

• Defined Operator I, II, and III career progression.

• On-the-job training and cross-training on production equipment.

• Opportunities to develop additional mechanical, troubleshooting, training, and leadership skills.