Inventive Food Technology is hiring an Operator to be responsible for monitoring and operating equipment on the production/packaging line in a 24/7/365 operation. The role involves ensuring compliance with company policies, making minor mechanical adjustments, and maintaining accurate records.
What You'll Do
- Monitor and operate the equipment on the production/packaging line.
- Comply with all company policies including Quality, Safety, Food Safety, Environmental, GMP’s, HACCP, Early Reporting of Pain, and Attendance.
- Monitor the manufacturing process and equipment to assure it is operating properly and make minor mechanical adjustments when necessary.
- Recognize atypical/incorrect conditions and contact the Lead.
- Maintain accurate written records or logs.
- Assemble and disassemble production equipment as required by processes and Work Instructions.
- Perform housekeeping duties.
- Provide vacation & sick coverage of opposite shift when required.
- Cooperate/assist co-workers as required.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- Must be able to read, communicate, comprehend, and follow oral and written procedures and instructions.
- Must have a basic understanding of computers to check email and navigate the internet for safety training and have the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English is required.
- Ability to work 12-hour night shift, 2-2-3 schedule; including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed on a regular basis is required (5pm – 5am).
- Must be willing and able to work in manufacturing environments to include; wearing safety equipment, such as earplugs, gloves, safety glasses, hardhats, hairnets, and steel-toed shoes.
- While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to stand; walk (up and down stairs); twist; bend; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb for extended periods of time; and will require the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Nice to Have
- Previous work experience in a food manufacturing/GMP environment.
- Previous fork-lift experience.
- Mechanical aptitude; experience troubleshooting equipment and machines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills.
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical insurance, including a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account.
- Prescription drug coverage, dental and vision insurance.
- 401k plan with a generous company match and a separate company Retirement Contribution.
- Paid vacation first year, 12 paid holidays annually and a bonus plan.
- Night shift differential.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position.
At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
