Scale Operator

Riceland Foods, Inc.; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Riceland Foods, Inc. in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a production worker to operate sewing line scales and sewing machines, including setup and bag handling.

The role includes light maintenance on equipment and adherence to HACCP and safety policies to ensure food safety and quality. Responsibilities include daily cleaning, occasional deep cleaning, completing pre-operational checklists, and participating in required trainings.

Qualifications

• Operate sewing line scales and sewing machine.
• Perform light maintenance on scales and sewing machines.
• Follow HACCP and Food Safety policies/procedures.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-operational checklists and daily/weekly cleaning tasks.
• Adhere to plant safety policies and report hazards.
• Attend required trainings and perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Machine operation

Sewing line operation

Food safety HACCP

Maintenance

Labeling machine

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One year certificate from college/technical school preferred

Job description

Job Description

Operate sewing line scales, which includes setting up the scales for bagging and manually catching bags. Operate sewing machine. Preform light maintenance on the scales. Preform light maintenance on sewing machines. Preform metal detector checks. Preform all food safety checks associated with the sewing lines. Preform light maintenance on the label machine. Daily cleaning tasks. Weekly deep cleaning tasks. Preform pre-operational checklists.

Job Duties

Other duties may be assigned. Responsible for food safety by following HACCP and Food Safety policies/procedures. Responsible for plant safety by observing persons entering your work area, asking if you can assist them, and reporting unauthorized persons to your supervisor. Attend training as required or approved by supervisor. Any other duties assigned by manager.

Education Requirements

One year certificate from college or technical school preferred; or High School Diploma or GED.