Production Operator

At Bunge, people don’t just come here to work, they come here to grow – solving challenges that directly impact the world with a diverse team of thinkers and doers.  Bunge offers a strong compensation and benefits package, generous paid time off program and opportunity to progress.  Most importantly, in all we do we live our values:
•    Act as One Team by fostering inclusion, collaboration, and respect
•    Drive for Excellence by being agile, innovative and efficient
•    Do What's Right by acting safely, ethically, and sustainably

Role Purpose Statement

The primary function of this position is to operate the Corn Mill in an efficient manner with respect to; safety, quality, production, and adherence to protocols and policies. Provide technical support with an emphasis on consumer requirements, continuous product quality improvement and productivity requirements.

 

 

 

Main Accountabilities:

•            Maintains correct and proper operation of all equipment pertaining to the Corn Masa milling and packing process.

•            Record data, secures samples and performs necessary process control tests required for the successful operation of the plant.

•            Notifies supervisor of irregularities.

•            Removes choke-ups and feeds in spills.

•            Performs minor repair work as required for the efficient operation of the mill.

•            Performs any necessary lubrication in emergency situations where loss of production could occur.

•            Inspect and clean magnets and record results.

•            Keep all production areas clean and orderly.

•            Maintain a safe work environment for all employees

•            Perform other duties as assigned

 

 

 

Education/Experience:

 

•            High School Diploma or GED; is preferred

•            Strong analytical and problem solving skills

•            Sound decision and teamwork skills are essential

•            Understanding of basis technology of area where assigned

•            Provide a safe work environment through auditing of working conditions

•            Effective verbal and written communication skills

•            General knowledge of food safety, quality and safe work procedures

•            Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and have good organizational skills

•            Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

•            General knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures

•            Able to work overtime as needed

•            Three shift operation

•            Ability to perform some physical lifting up to 50 lbs

Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge’s expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.

 

Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.