Utility Operator - Food Processing (Nashville)

American Sugar Refining, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

American Sugar Refining, Inc. is seeking a production sanitation and packaging support associate in Nashville, TN. The role involves daily cleaning, GMP compliance, and assisting with packaging operations to ensure safe, quality food production.

Responsibilities include operating a forklift after certification, documenting tote production controls, and responding to metal detector alerts. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and willingness to work varied shifts, including overtime.

Qualifications

• Understand verbal and written communication.
• Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Cleaning experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and weekly cleaning activities and complete required documentation.
• Comply with GMP, food safety, and safety policies and procedures.
• Operate product packaging operations and related equipment per SOPs.
• Operate forklift after certification and document production-related activities.
• Support bagging room operations and respond to metal detector alerts.
• Perform starch dumping and ensure no bag fragments enter hopper.
• Operate chemical station and handle concentration and mixing as directed.
• Manage waste according to approved disposal methods.
• Follow color-coding system for tools and areas.
• Back up Operator and Material Handler to maintain production continuity.
• Work overtime as needed; assist maintenance personnel as required.

Skills

Communication

Lift 50 lbs

Cleaning experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

American Sugar Refining, Inc. is seeking a production sanitation and packaging support associate in Nashville, TN. The role involves daily cleaning, GMP compliance, and assisting with packaging operations to ensure safe, quality food production.

Responsibilities include operating a forklift after certification, documenting tote production controls, and responding to metal detector alerts. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and willingness to work varied shifts, including overtime.