Job Description

Grow with us at Bridgetown Natural Foods!

JOB SUMMARY:TheOperatoris responsible forrunning specified equipmentandcontributing skills andexpertisetothe Production Lineto runefficiently and effectively.The Operator position duties are an essential part of our day-to-day operation; learning and applying established practices and established standards is paramount.As a member of the Production Team,Operatorstake an active role in the areas of*safety, quality,*and*productivity*, andmust insist on team accountability and trust.

STARTING PAY:$19-20/hour plus shift differential (.25/hour from 3p-11p, $1.00/hour from 11p-7a)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operatein work groups and monitors processes within an assigned area of responsibility

• Load and unloaditems from machines and conveyors

• Feedmaterials through production equipment

• Monitor and inspectproducts to verify conformance to quality and safetystandards

• Operateequipment while evaluating product or package quality

• Transfers finished products, raw materials, tools, or equipment between storage and work areas by hand or using hand trucks or powered lift trucks

• Removeproducts, machine attachments, or waste material from machines

• Initiatescleaning and sanitation of assigned areas

• Ensuresdaily housekeeping duties are completed thoroughly and correctly

• Responsible for reporting food safety issues followingestablished SOPsand GMPs; escalates serious orunresolved issues to Lead Trainersor actingSupervisors.

• Participateinstart-ups, shut-downs,changeovers and cleans; contributesto ensure efficiency andon-timecompletion.

• Assistin ensuring new team members are learning and consistently following SOPs, GMPs and other safety and food safety guidelines or regulations. May be responsible to cross-train or onboard new

• Monitor, track and recordobservations and contributeto problem solving, process stability,and variancereduction

• AdheretoPersonnel, Food Safety and Safety policies, paying special attention to recipe adherence and lot code tracking

• Record down-time causes, perform minor troubleshooting

• Report malfunction or problems to Lead Trainers and/orSupervisors,immediately

• Complete all operation-specific data collection throughout shift, with integrity,accurately and on time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• High School diploma or equivalentpreferred

• Ability to understand and communicateworkinstructions in English

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing/food production environmentpreferred

• Highmechanical aptitude is essential for this position

• Ability tomaintainregular and punctual attendance

• Patience and the ability to communicate in a diverse work environment

• Ability tooperatemachines in a safe manner

• Ability to analyze machine operations and propose solutions to problems

• Understanding of basic mathematical calculations,reading numbers and symbols,and record keeping

• Ability to work in a team environment, being flexible and adaptive to changing needs

• Ability tomanage time effectively, plan and organizework space

• Ability to learn and apply company standards including, but not limited to, lock-out/tag-out, safety practices, SOPs, GMPs, employee handbook, etc.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL FACTORS:

• Positions require standing, repetitive movement, bending and twisting, and using hands to handle objects; exposure to sustained noise levels; exposure to a variety of food allergens; working invery hottemperatures; exposure to hazards such as machinery, slippery floors, ladders and powered industrial vehicles. May berequiredto wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Repetitive lifting of up to 50 lbs. and repetitive transferring of buckets up to 100 lbs. from dollies to pallets

• Ability to standfor95-100% of shift, sometimes up to 12 hours

• Able to work in environmentcontainingnuts, peanuts,dairy,grainsandother allergens

• Must have the ability to perform repetitive tasks quickly and accurately

• Must be available for all shifts, nights, weekends, some holidays; lots of potential for overtime

Other Duties as Assigned:Thisjob description is not intended to be all inclusive, but to serve as a guideline.Managementretainsthe right todetermineadditions or changes to job responsibilities.

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You should be proficient in:

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment