Food Processing Operator

Job Description

Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc. is hiring Full-Time 3rd shift Food Processing Machine Operators for Crown Point, IN. Please apply for consideration.

Weekly Pay

Shift: 3rd

Pay Rate: $19.50 - $21.25 + $1.50 shift differential

600 W. 81st Avenue, Unit 1A

Merrillville, IN 46410

Job Summary:

The Operator regularly, effectively, and efficiently supports a production area and 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 processes and tasks include disassembling, assembling, sanitizing, transporting, loading, unloading, and setting-up materials, supplies and equipment as well as assisting in the tending of various machines used throughout the production process.

Responsibilities:

Support work functions in an area working independently or with operators and production workers.

Frequently work independently without supervisor oversight and guidance.

Communicate professionally to ensure all tasks are completed correctly.

Reports issues with safety, quality, operational procedures, or HR concerns appropriately to the person in charge. Identifies opportunities for improvement. Reminds peers of the correct procedures and reports non-compliance.

Work with supervisors to address attendance issues or issues with punctuality.

Ensure quick start-ups and efficiency during production time. Understand the production schedule.

Responsible for training new staff within a work area to ensure adequate learning of all procedures. Keep others up-to-date on new procedures.

Start up and operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner. Move and set up equipment when necessary. Perform minor equipment adjustments as needed during production runs.

Follow all General Manufacturing Procedures (GMP's) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) while working. This includes wearing masks, safety glasses, protective equipment, ear plugs, etc. Remind co-workers of these expectations.

Perform Critical Control Point (CCP) checks and verifications during production processes. Ensure all checks are done properly.

Follow all required safety standards and participate actively with training to ensure the safety of self and of co-workers.

Report all safety issues using a computer program and participate in safety audits.

Know and understand the required Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.

Responsible for completing extensive cleaning and sanitation procedures for production equipment using cleaning chemicals, pressure hoses and other standard cleaning tools.

Responsible for completing weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cleaning tasks according to a schedule.

Lead pre-shift meetings and safety stretches.

Able and available to work overtime as required to meet production goals.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Arrive on time to work and when returning from breaks. Maintain an excellent attendance record. Prepare ahead to ensure items are ready for the next shift. Take ownership over production demands and work the necessary hours to meet production goals.

At least 1 year of previous production experience required or equivalent combination of related experience, education, and training.

Previous forklift experience a plus.

Must be able to work in a dusty, cold, hot, humid, loud, or outdoor work environment depending on the assigned work area.