Line Operator The Lauridsen Group

• 3.

3 Amarillo, TX Job Details Full-time From $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Cleaning and sanitation procedure implementation Record keeping Chemical handling safety procedures Safety training program participation as safety practice Basic math Chemical handling Equipment troubleshooting Manufacturing standard operating procedures Animal handling Technical troubleshooting support Materials handling Cross-functional collaboration Safety standard operating procedures Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Material handling safety practices FDA regulations Full Job Description Build a career with a company that's built to last. Proliant Health & Biologicals (PHB) has been in business for 25 years, providing essential products to global health markets. We're looking for reliable, hardworking Line Operators who want steady work, strong teamwork, and opportunities to be rewarded for performance. At PHB, we value: Safe, consistent operations People who take pride in their work Performance, reliability, and growth If you're looking for a stable employer where performance matters and your work supports something bigger, we'd like to talk with you. We are currently seeking motivated individuals to join PHB team. Our Line Operators play a critical part in our operations are rewarded for your excellent work and productivity. As a valued team member, you'll enjoy fantastic benefits, including three weeks of paid time off per year, a generous company retirement match, and productivity bonuses. Starting pay is $25.00. We're hiring for A shift 5:25a-2:45p Learn more at https://phb1.com/about/careers/ JOB

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience:

Stable working history preferred.

JOB DUTIES

Operate production equipment under the supervision of the Operations Supervisor and/or

Shift Lead:

Prepare collection container by adding process ingredients. Ensure proper placement to eliminate contamination hazards entering the raw material container. Responsible for proper placement of collection container within the hide of the animal. Manually handles the animal hide to ensure proper placement for container removal via manual handling or hydraulic line manipulator. Use transport carts to empty liquid into designated storage totes. Operate transfer pumps to move raw material liquid to downstream holding tanks. Verify that mechanical wash system is properly functioning, including ensuring proper chemical dosing, temperature, and flow rates. Follow and uphold all designated quality control requirements. Notify Proliant management team of any major safety or equipment issues in a timely manner. Responsible for timely attendance in accordance with shift schedule. Adhere to GMP standard operating procedures and comply with all basic FDA, USDA and other regulatory requirements related to the collection of raw materials. Maintain cooperative working relationships and communications with employees from all other departments and peers. Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area. Maintain general housekeeping of operations areas.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Ability to handle materials in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures. Ability to learn to handle edible and inedible protein materials in accordance with established sanitary procedures and practices. Ability to understand and follow established work procedures including mandated sanitary and safety guidelines. Ability to learn and safely operate various types of equipment/machinery required in job duties. Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems beyond scope of normality Ability to interpret and work from oral and written instructions. Basic level of mathematical skills. Ability to document data legibly for record-keeping purposes. Ability to communicate effectively with Proliant personnel. Ability to remain calm and professional. Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions related to essential job duties. Ability to work daily, weekends and extended hours as necessary. Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Proliant. Able and willing to perform task and duties independently Maintains a positive and professional attitude and work ethic Follow all GMPs and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory, food, safety, quality and sanitation requirements. Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising when necessary, promptly share relevant information with others Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising when necessary, promptly share relevant information with others Follow all GMPs and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory, food, safety, quality and sanitation requirements.

BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Approximate:

12-Hour Day (may be longer or require flexibility to accommodate production schedule)

Key:

N/A = Not Applicable Frequent = 34% to 66% Occasional = 0% to 33% Continuous = 67% to 100% Standing

• Continuous Sitting
• Occasional Walking
• Frequent Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping
• Frequent Reaching Above Shoulder
• Frequent Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.)
• Occasional Working on

Heights:

Unprotected Heights

• N/A Protected Heights
• N/A Lifting Weights from 0 to 60 pounds
• Frequent Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials Weighing from 0 to 60 pounds
• Frequent Being Around and/or Operating Moving Machinery/Equipment
• Frequent Operating a Forklift (as a part of your job)
• N/A Read/Monitor Gauges on Various Equipment/Machinery

• N/A Hand Movements:

  Recording Data
• Occasional Operating Office Equipment
• N/A Operating Computer
• N/A Simple Grasping (right and left)
• Frequent Firm Grasping (right and left)
• Frequent Fine Manipulating (right and left)
• Occasional Foot Movements to Operate Foot Controls
• N/A Good Vision, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Access Required Information and to Perform Job Duties
• Yes Color Definition
• Yes Good Hearing, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Communicate and/or Understand Required Information and to Perform Job Duties
• Yes Ability to be Mobile throughout Required Work Area Office
• Occasional Multiple Locations
• N/A Plant
• Continuous Equipment/Maintenance or Repair Area
• Frequent Rough Terrain
• Yes Office/Desk

•

N/A SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Production Line Operators are required to follow all safety policies and procedures. Job duties include maintaining good housekeeping throughout the facility, using required personal protective equipment and recognizing the hazards of the job and taking precautions to assure safety to themselves and others. Responsibilities include always applying safe work practices, informing their supervisor of hazards and recommending how to eliminate them, preventing injury to themselves and to others and actively participating and cooperating in the overall safety program.

BASIC MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

This job requires the mental capabilities to understand job functions, Standard Operating Procedures and safety procedures as required by job duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND EXPOSURES

There will be exposure to many different chemicals used during processing and clean up, high noise levels, moving machinery/equipment, moving throughout the building to different processing areas, some exposure to splashing liquids and dust, exposure to heat, and prolonged standing on concrete floors.