Production Worker, Nights - JR767-6955

Van Drunen Farms; Momence (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing family-oriented company as a Production Worker. In this role, you will perform essential tasks such as preparing food production runs and ensuring safety and quality standards are upheld. No experience is required, making it an excellent opportunity for entry-level applicants looking to grow in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• No experience required; 3-6 months of previous production experience preferred.
• Forklift certification may be provided as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform food production runs following established safety and quality standards.
• Complete extensive cleaning and sanitation procedures for production equipment.
• Support peers and communicate professionally.

Skills

Basic writing/reading skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide

Education

Forklift certification

Job description

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This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12765307 The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing! **FARM PLANT SCHEDULE: Monday to Thursday 6:30p-5a, Friday 4p-2:30a, Saturday as needed 12p-7p. Schedule subject to change based on business need.** **WHAT\'S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS? WE ARE!** As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world\'s best companies, Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. We provide a family-oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally. **JOB OVERVIEW:** The Production Worker effectively and efficiently performs tasks to prepare food production runs following established safety, quality and production standards for drying, freezing, dry processing, wet processing, sifting, grinding, boxing, re-boxing and packaging. The tasks include disassembling, assembling, sanitizing, transporting, loading, unloading, and setting-up materials, supplies and equipment as well assisting in the tending of various machines used in the production process. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

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• Know the required Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures. Participate in all LOTO procedures in a work area. Understand LOTO procedures throughout the plant. Immediately stop any improper LOTO procedures. ```{=html}
  
  

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• Responsible for completing extensive cleaning and sanitation procedures for production equipment using cleaning chemicals, pressure hoses and other standard cleaning tools. ```{=html}
  
  

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• Able and available to work overtime as required in order to meet produ tion goals. ```{=html}
  
  

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• Perform other duties as assigned. **JOB EXPERIENCE:**
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• Previous forklift experience a plus. **KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:**
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• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Count items and report weights accurately.
  
  

This position requires the employee to count, track, and make adjustments to inventory in a work area. **EDUCATION:**

• Forklift certification may be required. Education and certification will be provided as needed. **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
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• Ability to climb ladders. Regularly or routinely lifting or handling boxes/bags/equipment up to 50

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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