Job Description SummaryReporting to the Production Manager, the Production Operator will be responsible for loading and unloading finished products and raw materials for customer's use, washing and sanitizing trailers with hot water, as well as otherassigned duties. This position is Monday through Friday 6 AM until 2:30 PM.Essential functionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Follows and complies with all appropriate company safety rules and regulations, including but not limited to OSHA, and any and all local, state, or federal agencies to ensure a healthy and safe work environment
- Follows all appropriate safety procedures while loading, and unloading product
- Load finished product onto liquid and dry trailers
- Unload raw materials from liquid and dry railcars and trailers
- Operate forklift, tractors, trailers and/or moving railcars using hand jack or forklift
- Prepares work orders for major maintenance or repairs to equipment
- Ability to recognize emergency situations and implement appropriate responses
- May be required to work flexible hours and be able to work Monday thru Sunday, if needed
- Clean and maintain assigned work areas
- Turn off equipment when not in use
- Immediately report any vehicle or equipment defects, accidents, injuries, and vehicle or equipment damage
- Immediately complete all required accident or incident reports
- Assist in cleaning and repairing tasks
- Use of all types of hand tools (I.E.: railcar bars, railcar vibrator, pneumatic railcar gate opener, shovels, wrenches, etc.)
- Operates power/air tools and equipment (I.E.: rail car bar, fork lift, etc.)
- Manufacture sucrose, invert & other specific products for our customers
- Performs other duties may be assigned
Supervisory responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong safety performance and value for safety
- Knowledge of equipment operation and use of tools
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Basic fundamental skills (math, reading, writing)
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement
- Able to wear protective gear correctly during the work day
- Proper handling of food grade chemicals
- Willingness and ability to work afternoon and evening shifts, and weekends
- Willing to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attendance record
Required education and experience
- High school diploma or GED and/or equivalent in job related experience.
Work environment and physical demands
- Ability to work in extreme temperatures
- Ability to lift 60 pounds routinely
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders, and walk long distances
- Ability to stand, crouch, kneel, and sit for extended periods of time
- Ability to bend, stretch, and twist
- Ability to reach, push, pull, grasp
Compensation Range
Travel required
- The home office for this role is indicated at the top of this job description. Travel to other Ingredients Plus locations may be required as business needs arise.
Affirmative Action/EEO statementIngredients Plus is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and military or veteran status. In addition, Ingredients Plus complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. Ingredients Plus also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. Other dutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.