Resource Operator

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.; Mason City, Northern (IA, KY); On-site; USD 86,789,000 - 96,432,000; Full time

Job summary

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. in Mason City, IA is seeking a Resource Operator (2nd Shift) to oversee production, packaging, warehousing and dryer operations. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficient workflow on a 2nd shift from 2:00pm to 10:00pm.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the team, maintaining logs, supporting maintenance tasks and lab analyses, and ensuring feed safety and GMP/HACCP compliance. OSHA training and forklift experience are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, feed production, or industrial setting beneficial.
• Forklift certification or experience operating warehouse equipment preferred.
• Strong communication and basic computer literacy; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production activities during the shift, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Operate packaging, warehousing, and dryer equipment per SOP.
• Maintain production records and log sheets; ensure sampling and quality checks.
• Coordinate with team, assist in maintenance tasks and lab analyses as needed.
• Follow HACCP, GMP, feed safety requirements and PPE rules.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certification (Manufacturing/Industrial Tech) preferred

Tools

Forklift operation

Computer literacy

Warehouse equipment

Job description

## Resource OperatorApply: USA, Mason City, IA: Full time: Posted Today: R2026-15737A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:** * Resource Operator – 2nd Shift* Monday - Friday 2:00pm – 10:00pm* The hourly wage for this position is $30.41 plus $1.50 shift premium. Come join our Mason City, IA facility where we manufacture and distribute our Animal Nutrition Products! **ROLE SUMMARY:**This position is responsible to oversee the operation and control of the production process. This includes all daily operation from the receiving of raw materials to the load out of finished goods. This position will require operation of all packaging equipment, warehousing operations, and dryer operation responsibilities. All Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operation Procedures will be followed. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Lead and oversee all production activities during the assigned shift, ensuring operational efficiency, adherence to safety protocols, and coordination among team members* Act as the primary point of contact and assume supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Operations Supervisor, ensuring smooth workflow and decision-making* Monitors operations and maintains parameters of production line, mixing and fermentation as assigned with minimal assistance* Performs all other duties related to production including packaging, mixing of formulas, bulk truck loading, and inventory management with minimal assistance* Receives raw materials* Assists in performing maintenance activities as assigned* Assists in performing lab analysis as assigned on raw and finished goods* Understands and adheres to all processes related to feed safety requirements and demonstrates a commitment to feed safety by ensuring compliance to regulatory requirements* Oversee the complete start-up and shutdown of the manufacturing process* Effectively operation, monitor, and maintain manufacturing process with SOP’s* Performs all packaging within SOP’s* Performs loading of all finished product within SOP’s* Performs all receiving of raw materials within SOP’s* Provide accurate documentation of all log sheets and production records* Ensure all required sampling is performed* Oversee all duties related to shipping and receiving of raw materials and finished product* Keeps work area clean, neat, and free from safety hazards* Follows all facility safety rules, policies, and procedures including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)* Follow all facility rules to maintain quality and integrity of both raw materials and finished products* Maintains proper operation of Control Points and Critical Control Points per the plant HACCP Plan and performs housekeeping as assigned* Performs Operator Driven Maintenance and Sanitation assignments, minor maintenance activities, and assists in major maintenance activities* Prepares and sets up the dryer, including: + Adjusting the nip gap for optimal processing + Opening and regulating steam valves (D1 & D2) for proper heat control + Setting the liquid feed setpoint and adjusting drum speed for optimal drying performance + Monitors and manages alarm systems to maintain safe operations* Maintains a positive attitude and is a motivated reliable employee* All other duties as assigned**MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:*** Minimum of a High School Diploma / GED is required* Additional Education Preferred**PREFERED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:*** Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Animal Science, or a related field is preferred* Previous experience in a manufacturing, feed production, or industrial setting is beneficial* Experience with fermentation, mixing, or bulk material handling is a plus* Forklift certification or experience operating warehouse equipment is preferred **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:*** Able to operation industrial feed production equipment* Good oral and written communication skills* Good basic computer literacy and accuracy* Strong attention to detail and accuracy* Attentive to organization, detail, and accuracy* Attentive to organization, detail, proper documentation requirements, and accuracy.* Ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.* Ability to execute all daily requirements adhering to a production schedule.* Ability to work with minimal supervision and be a self-starter.**REQUIRED TRAINING:*** On-the-job training for equipment operation, packaging, and safety protocols* OSHA safety training, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Hazard Communication (HazCom)* GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) training* Forklift operation training* Feed safety compliance training **WORKING CONDITIONS:*** Work is performed in a manufacturing facility with exposure to dust, noise, varying temperatures, and raw material odors* Requires standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs. regularly* Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks* Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection as required* Work may involve exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs), which could pose a risk to individuals with pacemakers or other medical implants* Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required to meet production demands **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**JOB TITLE: Resource OperatorTYPICAL WORK CONDITIONS: EXPOSURE TO: Yes No Yes NoMoving machinery X Chemical fumes XHot surface / tools X Heat/Cold XConcrete surface X Slippery surface XRepetitive motion X Chemicals XNoise X Other: Dust particulates XFork truck batteries XEQUIPMENT USED: Step stool/ladder X Forklift/jack XPower hand tools X Computer XPower Machinery X Box cutter XRespirator X Hearing protection XSteel Toe shoes X Gloves XMAJOR PHYSICAL TASKS:Lifting bags Lifting bags of feed up to 55lbPallets for tote fill Moving pallets into place for tote fillDumping bags Manually dumping bags weighing up to 55lbs when the robot isn't workingReplenishing of cardboard and bags Placing bags and cardboard sheets into hoppersForklift Operations Driving a forklift to retrieve and move palletsMoving around the facility Walking around the facility throughout the shiftACTIVITY FREQUENCY ACTIVITY FREQUENCY Lift/Carry: N O F C Movement: N O F C10 lbs. or less X Bending X11 – 20 lbs. X Twisting / Turning X21 – 35 lbs. X Climbing X36 – 50 lbs. X Crawling X51 – 75 lbs. X Crouching X76 lbs. or greater X Kneeling XPush/Pull: N O F C Reach Above Shoulder X12 lbs. or less X Reach Outward X13 – 25 lbs. X Walking 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 hours 826 – 40 lbs. X Sitting 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 hours 441 – 100 lbs. X Standing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 hours 7100 lbs. or greater X Use of foot pedals (Fork truck) XOther: Every employee is expected to be able to assist and lift up to 50lbs X Type / Keyboarding XKey: N=Never, O = Occasionally; 1-33% of time, F = Frequently; 34-66% of time, C = Continuously; 67-100% of timeChurch & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.