Utility Operator (1st Shift)

Ardent Mills; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Retirement Savings with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Recognition Program (RAVE)

Job summary

Ardent Mills in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Full-Time Production Associate - Utility Operator (1st Shift). The role involves operating utility systems, sanitation duties, and rotating through plant positions to support production goals.

Eligible candidates will receive on-the-job training, PTO, and comprehensive benefits. Starting pay ranges from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour, with a targeted bonus plan based on contribution and company performance.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused mindset and strong problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, hardworking with a can-do attitude.
• Willingness to learn and support team goals.
• Emphasis on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain various utility systems and equipment.
• Perform sanitation duties to meet food safety requirements.
• Support production goals across plant areas and shifts.
• Rotate through positions as needed to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE guidelines.

Skills

Customer-focused mindset

Problem-solving

Reliable

Safety-conscious

Job description

Exciting Job Opportunity at Ardent Mills! Are you ready to join a team that makes a difference in people's lives? Look no further! Ardent Mills is the leading flour milling and ingredients company in North America, and we are seeking passionate individuals like you to be a part of Our Mission. We provide comprehensive training to ensure your success. Join us and contribute to the production of nutritious products that are distributed across North America, going beyond our customer expectations, and helping to nourish communities. At Ardent Mills, we value our people and take pride in our work. You'll have the chance to work alongside a diverse group of team members who prioritize Our Values of Trust, Serving, Simplicity, and Safety.

Position:

Full-Time Production Associate - Utility Operator (1st Shift)

What’s in it for you?

Annual performance bonus On-the-job training to enhance your skills Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay Comprehensive medical and dental benefits and more Retirement savings with annual contribution and company match Mental/emotional wellness programs (Employee Assistance Programs) Recognition and perk rewards

We're looking for individuals who:

Have a customer-focused mindset and exceptional problem-solving skills Are reliable, hardworking, and possess a "can-do" attitude Embrace learning new skills and supporting team members in achieving production goals Are adaptable and willing to work in various areas of our plant rotating through positions and shifts Place a strong emphasis on safety and take pride in their work

We’re currently seeking Production Associates to excel in the following roles:

• Utility Operators: Responsible for maintaining and operating various utility systems and equipment and sanitation duties to maintain food safety requirements that are essential for the production processes. This role involves ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning and food safety compliance to support the overall operations of our plants.
• Bulk Operators: Responsible for loading bulk deliver vessels and sanitation duties to maintain food safety requirements and ensure compliance within the bulk department to support the production process. This role plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient bulk loading of our products.
• Elevator Operators: Responsible for operating and maintaining the elevators or lifts and sanitation duties to maintain food safety requirements used within our production facilities. Their primary role is to ensure the smooth and efficient movement of raw materials, such as grains or ingredients, throughout the facility to production of the final product.
• Warehouse Operators: Responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of the warehouse and sanitation duties to maintain food safety requirements within our production facilities. They are involved in various tasks related to receiving, storing, organizing, forklift operation and distributing our raw materials and finished products.
• Pack Operators: Responsible for operations of the pack equipment, processing, packing products and sanitation duties to maintain food safety requirements and ensure compliance within the pack department to support the production process. This role plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient packaging of our products.

Physical requirements and working conditions (with or without reasonable accommodation):

Must be able to ascend and descend stairs, multiple times per day Climb ladder, step and extension Able to lift to 50 pounds and exert 20 pounds of force Frequently stand, walk, rotate, bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance and reach at shoulder level and below shoulder level Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including a dust mask Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above) Team members must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Location:

Chattanooga TN

Address: 1B Riverside Lane, Chattanooga TN, 37406

Employment Type:

Full time

Competitive Compensation:

We provide market-driven base pay, based on skills, abilities, and level of experiences. Our salary ranges are broad, and individual salary will be market competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of skills and level of experience. The starting range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00, with additional earning potential possible commensurate with experience. Additionally, we believe that our team members are the reason for our success and all team members are incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results achieved. While the specific bonus plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions, the targeted bonus plan and targeted percentage amount for this role is Bonus - OIP, 5% Annual.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
• Life and Disability Programs
• Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)

EEO Commitment:

At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non-merit characteristic protected by law or not. Together, celebrating our differences, we make Ardent Mills.