Production Operator Receiving

Empire Livestock LLC.; Fallon, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Livestock LLC. is seeking a multi-task production operator to perform line duties across processing, machine operation, and break relief roles.

You will set up, monitor, and adjust equipment, ensure correct materials, and document quality checks in a fast-paced dairy/consumer goods environment. The role requires 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, reading/writing English, and the ability to follow SOPs and safety rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years manufacturing/production experience.
• Knowledge of plant operations.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production line equipment.
• Ensure proper materials are used for each product.
• Complete required quality checks and documentation.
• Maintain housekeeping and sanitation per GMP.
• Perform minor maintenance and troubleshoot basic line issues.
• Maintain inventory records and assist with counts.
• Operate forklift to load and move inventory.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Documentation & record-keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Production equipment

Job description

· Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Palletizer, Blend/Filler/CIP/Mix/Packaging/Loader operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs

· Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line

· Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced

· Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks

· Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format

· Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run

· Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed

· Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties

· Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

· Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's

· Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot

· Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

• Safely operate a forklift, including a standing forklift, to load trucks and move inventory from one location to another.
• Perform routine machine adjustments.
• Accurately maintain inventory records and paperwork.
• Assist with monthly inventory counts, year-end inventory counts, and cycle counts as required.
• Accurately maintain shipping paperwork.
• Assist with powder sampling in accordance with U.S.D.A. guidelines

· Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

· The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High school diploma or equivalent

· 1 to 3 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry

· Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Knowledge of plant operations

· Proficiency with company computer systems

· Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories

· Able to work independently and as part of a team

· Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

· Able to work in a fast-paced environment

· Able to follow directions and meet deadlines

· Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems

· Able to perform task and duties under general supervision

· Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

· Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range

19.00-23.00

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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