Production Operator - PM Shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Savage (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is hiring for a Production Operator on the PM shift in Savage, MN. You will operate a food spray dryer to produce powders, handle materials, and assist with packaging finished product while upholding GMP and safety standards.

The role requires experience in food processing, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and comfort in a fast-paced team environment. Forklift certification is preferred or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience in food processing or related manufacturing.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally.
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to be certified.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate food spray drying equipment to produce powders.
• Handle powder materials, load, transfer and stage.
• Package finished powders per specifications.
• Maintain records of production and quality checks.
• Sanitize equipment and production areas.
• Follow GMPs and safety protocols.
• Operate sit-down forklift for material movement.
• Collaborate with team to maintain production flow.

Skills

Food processing

Mixing

Blending

Physical work

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Job description

Job Title: Production Operator – PM Shift Location: Savage Shift: PM Shift Industry: Food Manufacturing

About the Role: We are currently seeking a dedicated and reliable Production Operator to join our team on the PM shift. In this role, you will be responsible for operating a food spray dryer to produce high-quality food powders, handling materials, packaging finished product, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. You’ll work closely with a collaborative team to meet production goals and ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate food spray drying equipment to produce food-grade powders
• Handle powder materials, including loading, transferring, and staging
• Package finished powders according to specifications
• Maintain accurate documentation of production and quality checks
• Sanitize equipment and production areas in compliance with food safety standards
• Follow all GMPs, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures
• Lift up to 50 lbs. (non-repetitive) as needed during operation or material handling
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth and efficient production flow
• Operate a sit-down forklift for material movement and staging

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food processing, mixing, blending, or a related manufacturing environment
• Comfortable working in a physical, fast-paced environment
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and GMP requirements
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. occasionally during the shift
• Forklift certification (sit-down) preferred or willingness to be certified
• Strong attention to detail and team-oriented mindset