Production Operator – Salt Plant (2nd/3rd Shift)

Morton-Salt; Village of Silver Springs (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Morton Salt's Silver Springs, NY location has an immediate opening for a production worker. The right candidate will perform a variety of tasks on 2nd or 3rd shift, with considerable manual exertion and a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities include operating processing and packaging equipment, palletizing and hauling product, making adjustments, and assisting in start-ups and shutdowns. A high school diploma and willingness to work a 24/7 environment are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, or equivalent, required.
• Ability to operate a powered industrial vehicle.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be able to work all shifts in a 24/7 environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing equipment for the production of salt.
• Operate bagging or packaging equipment to maintain desired output and operating standards.
• Fill, palletize, and haul product to assigned storage.
• Perform adjustments and minor repairs to maintain production activities.
• General cleaning in production and warehouse buildings.
• May be required to fill-in as a machine operator.
• Assist in start-ups and shutdowns.
• Required to perform utility work as assigned.
• Responsible for following production schedules and accurately reporting operational records.
• Assist in assuring the line is supplied with desired salt grades.
• Responsible for product quality and maximum output.
• Will at all times be alert to safety conditions and will strictly adhere to all safety requirements, quality control guidelines, environmental policies/procedures and other plant policies.
• Be familiar with Food & Safety and Quality programs within the plant.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manufacturing experience

Shift flexibility

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Morton Salt's Silver Springs, NY location has an immediate opening for a production worker. The right candidate will perform a variety of tasks on 2nd or 3rd shift, with considerable manual exertion and a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities include operating processing and packaging equipment, palletizing and hauling product, making adjustments, and assisting in start-ups and shutdowns. A high school diploma and willingness to work a 24/7 environment are required.