OPERATOR I - GILBERT

SUMMARY:

Operator I is responsible for operating and monitoring basic food production equipment to ensure an efficient and safe manufacturing of food products. This entry-level role plays a key part in maintaining product quality, adhering to food safety standards, and supporting continuous improvement efforts on the production floor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate machinery and equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)Perform basic troubleshooting and report equipment malfunctionsConduct routine quality checks and record data accuratelyMaintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analyzes Critical Control Points (HACCP), and follow all required personal protective equipment (PPE) protocolsAssist with product changeovers and equipment setupsCommunicate effectively with team members and supervisorsParticipate in training and cross-training opportunitiesPerforms other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Previous experience in a manufacturing or food production environment is a plus.

Ability to read and follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and safety guidelines.

Basic math and measurement skills required.

Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT

Required to maneuver plant and warehouse workspaces which involve:

Continually standing, walking, sitting, talking, or hearing, work around loud machinery and moving parts, utilize hand and finger dexterity, exposed to extreme heat, extreme cold, wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather), required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneelOccasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds safely