Production Operator (Manufacturing Facility)

Socket.dev; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 2,728,000 - 3,885,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with a company match

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Paid short-term disability

Paid life insurance

Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts

Wellness Benefits and Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Nature’s Bakery is seeking a manufacturing associate for our newly opened Salt Lake City facility. You will measure, mix, and operate equipment to produce batches that meet high quality standards, while following strict safety guidelines.

We offer a growth-based pay program starting at $24.25 per hour with a clear path to raises through skill milestones, plus comprehensive benefits for full-time employees and steady, 12-hour shifts with alternating weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, speak and write English.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Physical strength to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with ERP systems for material handling and HMI for ingredient delivery.

Responsibilities

• Measure and Mix with precision, ensuring every batch meets our high standards.
• Operating Equipment: Safely and efficiently operate machinery and equipment, including basic machine operation, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Championing Safety and Quality: You’ll be a key player in maintaining food safety and quality by following strict guidelines and practices.
• Managing Materials: Utilize an ERP system for material handling, including refilling bulk containers, completing batching paperwork, and supporting bulk bag bailing.
• Working as a Team: Collaborate with team members and uphold company values such as respect, integrity, and teamwork.
• Work with and sanitize heavy machinery and equipment.

Skills

English Proficiency

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Tools

ERP System

HMI

Job description

Come join us at our newly opened Manufacturing Facility

Details you want to know

Shift:

• Day Shift: 6am-6pm 12-hour shifts with alternating weekends
• Night Shift 6pm-6am 12-hour shifts with alternating weekends.

Pay:

Newly Updated Pay - Associates start at $24.25 as an hourly rate. Importantly associates have a clear path to compensation growth through skill development and training milestones.

We're excited to roll out this new growth-based pay program, and most associates can expect to see this increase between 3–6 months, depending on progress. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills — and your paycheck — early in your journey with us

Why would you want this job?

• Growth Opportunities: We are dedicated to developing our employees and their careers. Our commitment involves enhancing both personal and professional lives with a focus on promoting from within.
• Consistent Hours: Our high product demand ensures that you’ll have steady work and reliable hours. We’re eager to keep our shelves stocked and want you to be a key part of that
• Clean and Organized Environment: Our food manufacturing facility is pristine, well-organized, and has a pleasant aroma. If you're looking to escape dirty and disorganized work environments, you'll appreciate the cleanliness and orderliness here.

What will you get to do?

• Measure and Mix with precision, ensuring every batch meets our high standards.
• Operating Equipment: Safely and efficiently operate machinery and equipment, including basic machine operation, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Championing Safety and Quality: You’ll be a key player in maintaining food safety and quality by following strict guidelines and practices.
• Managing Materials: Utilize an ERP system for material handling, including refilling bulk containers, completing batching paperwork, and supporting bulk bag bailing.
• Working as a Team: Collaborate with team members and uphold company values such as respect, integrity, and teamwork.
• Work with and sanitize heavy machinery and equipment.

Experience that you need to succeed

• Ability to work in both cold and warm environments.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Physical strength to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with or ability to perform minor equipment changeovers.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems for material handling and HMI for ingredient delivery.
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to company values (Respect, Integrity, etc.).
• Ability to complete batching and traceability paperwork accurately.Own or be willing to acquire steel toe boots.
• Ability to read, speak and write English.

What we offer you

Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Who we are:

We are Nature’s Bakery, one of the fastest growing snack brands in the category and have recently joined KIND, a healthy snacking leader, and the Mars family of companies, to accelerate the growth of our healthier snacking platform. We have a bright future ahead of us. Come bake with us and create a world of snacking that is both good, and good for you.

You’ll find this job exciting if you are looking for jobs like this:

• General laborer, manufacturing associate, manufacturing assistant, batching operator, machine operator, production operator, assembly line, packaging, mixer, material handler, production, distribution associate.

EEO

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