Production Operator (Night Shift)

Aurora Dairy; Switzler (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company provided PPE

Free Milk

Night Shift Differential

Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship 

401(K) plans with company match

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Paid Group Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness,

Job summary

Aurora Organic Dairy is seeking a Production Operator for the night shift at our Columbia, MO plant. You will operate production equipment, monitor quality, and ensure adherence to GMP and SQF standards while keeping the line running smoothly.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and the ability to troubleshoot equipment, follow safety rules, and work in a cold environment (34–38°F). The role offers full-time hours, competitive hourly pay, and night-shift differential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Understand GMP standards and quality control measures.
• Previous filling equipment experience is preferred, but not required
• Detail oriented team member with a strong, honest work ethic and the ability to handle multiple tasks daily.
• Must be able to troubleshoot, assess and correct issues with case packing machinery.
• Be proactive in identifying and resolving potential issues that might affect production efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and maintain product quality.
• Monitor and report deviations from Food Safety and Food Quality programs to supervisor.
• Ensure case packing machines are in proper working condition.
• Maintain raw material supply including glue products and shipping boxes.
• Gather and enter pertinent information for logs and documentation.
• Assist Filler Operator and Forklift Operator with pallet production information.
• Rotate operators to ensure breaks and lunches are met.
• Maintain housekeeping for case packing and cooler area.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Detail oriented

Troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Proactive problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Filling equipment

Job description

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Production Operator (Night Shift)

Plant Overhead Regular Full-Time Columbia, MO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1813

Salary Range: $20.00 To $23.00 Hourly

About Aurora Organic Dairy

Aurora Organic Dairy is committed to delivering organic dairy integrity, from cow to carton, to everyone, everywhere. Guided by our focus on animals, people, and planet, we produce high-quality organic dairy products while caring for our cows, supporting our employees, investing in our communities, and operating with responsible stewardship. Our team is driven by values that include organic commitment, compassion, teamwork, excellence, transparency, entrepreneurial thinking, and stewardship. At AOD, every role contributes to meaningful work that supports safe, high-quality food, a respectful workplace, and a more sustainable future.

Purpose

The Production Operator is responsible for equipment operation while maintaining quality standards, adhering to recognized GM standards and performing the required procedures to ensure the integrity of the product.

• All plant personnel have the responsibility to monitor and report any deviations from our Food Safety and Food Quality (HACCP & SQF) programs to your immediate supervisor.
• Make sure case packing machines are in proper working condition before and throughout production.
• Maintaining raw material supply including glue products and shipping boxes.
• Gather and enter pertinent information for logs and documentation.
• Assist Filler Operator and Forklift Operator with key pallet production information.
• Make sure patterns are correct on loaded pallets.
• Rotate Clevertech Operators ensuring breaks and lunches are met.
• Maintain proper housekeeping for case packing and cooler area.

Other Required Responsibilities

• As directed by Production Supervisor and Production Lead Operator.

Skills and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to comprehend GMP standard and quality control measures.
• Previous filling equipment experience is preferred, but not required
• Detail oriented team member with a strong, honest work ethic and the ability to handle multiple tasks daily.
• Must be able to troubleshoot, assess and correct issues with case packing machinery.
• Be proactive in identifying and resolving potential issues that might affect production efficiencies.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work safely in a fast-paced environment working around production machines, warehouse equipment, forklifts, large trucks and tankers.
• Must be able to work the entire shift on the plant floor in a cool, wet environment with temperatures ranging between 34–38°F.
• Requires standing, walking, climbing, repetitive bending, repetitive stooping, repetitive reaching with arms and repetitive grasping with hands and fingers.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Aurora Organic Dairy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and our commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace.

• Company provided PPE (boots, uniforms, cold weather gear, gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses...)
• Free Milk
• Night Shift Differential
• Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Program
• 401(K) plans with company match
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity