Production Operator - 2nd Shift only

Pures Food Specialties LLC; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage including medical,

401k Plan

Short term disability

Paid holidays, vacation and paid sick

Job summary

Pures Food Specialties LLC is seeking a production associate to operate and maintain the production line, ensuring continuous, efficient operation while following all safety and quality guidelines.

You will read and follow recipes, monitor equipment, and support other departments as needed. The role requires adherence to GMP, HACCP, and allergen controls, with opportunities to participate in safety trainings and weekends/holidays scheduling.

Qualifications

• Experience operating and maintaining production line machines.
• Ability to follow food safety, HACCP, and GMP requirements.
• Ability to read and understand recipes.
• Must communicate effectively with team and supervisors.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production line equipment to ensure efficient operation.
• Monitor safety, GMP, allergen procedures and participate in trainings.
• Follow FIFO, batch numbering, and proper labeling of ingredients and products.
• Read and follow recipes and adjust processes as needed.
• Support other departments and cover shifts when required.

Skills

Communication

FDA guidelines

Mathematical skills

Bilingual

Job description

About this position

Description:

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to work in a safe manner, follow safety guidelines.
• Understand and follow Food Safety policies.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedules and work in other departments including weekends and holidays
• Ability to read and understand recipes.
• Ability to troubleshoot process related issues within the boundaries of the recipe
• Ability to use digital scales and have a working knowledge of scale functions.
• Ability to mix doughs according to recipe. Have a working knowledge of the mixer, using the timer and batch recipe system
• Follow FIFO (First in First Out), Mix lot number and documentation accuracy.
• Clean & Refill ingredient bins and label the bins with the correct lot number.
• Ability to work in a standing position for entire shift and climb steps and ladders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Monitors and assists with equipment upstream/downstream to ensure continuous operation.
• Ability to clean mixers, work areas properly during and after production runs or changeovers
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
• Observe all plant safety, GMP and allergen procedures and attend appropriate training sessions
• Responsible for manufacturing, distributing and consistently maintaining safe and quality food by following good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense, HACCP and SQF requirements
• Responsible for immediately reporting all food safety and quality issues to your supervisor
• Follow supervisor’s directives and be able to support the shift team as needed

Requirements

• Educational Background: N/A
• Experience: Must have experience with operating and maintaining the machines and ensuring the entire production line is running efficiently.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Must be able to communicate with others as well as management
• Must understand FDA guidelines and company policies.
• Mathematical skills
• Bilingual is preferred

Benefits:

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental and vision
• 401k Plan
• Short term disability available
• Paid holidays, vacation and paid sick leave

EEO Statement

Pure’s 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.

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