Production Operator - Dapro 2nd Shift

To process raw material into a quality finished product and assist various areas within the plant while maintaining efficient production processes according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in order to meet customer specifications.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED certificate preferred.

Experience:

Previous work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.

Essential Job Duties:

Meat Line Operator

• Climb stairs to monitor equipment operation and product flow.
• Use shovel to scoop product off ground into tubs. 
• Ability to withstand high temperatures in the work environment.
• Document required information per quality policies.

Feather Line Operator

• Use shovel/pitchfork to physically remove product from under conveyor or cooker shoot.
• Manually open and close valves using crank system.
• Scoop product out of collection cart into production line.
• Remove bag of debris from trash can.
• Document required information per quality policies.

Shag Truck Operator

• Operate shag truck to move trailers around facility. 
• Use crank system to secure trailers.
• Read and monitor gauges to diagnose equipment failure.
• Use and maneuver hose to load unload trailers.
• Climb ladder to open/close door on tanker.
• Scoop excess product off ground into bin.
• Use chain pulley system to open/close overhead doors.
• Document required information per quality policies.

Control Room Operator

•  Read and operate electronic monitoring system.
•  Manually open and close valves using crank system. 
•  Climb stairs to monitor equipment operation and product flow.
•  Push/pull slide gates to open/close doors.
• Document required information per quality policies.

Essential Job Duties (cont.):

Load Out Operator

• Climb stairs to monitor equipment operation and product flow.
• Lift and reach sample bin over trailers to collect samples.  
• Push/pull/maneuver utensil to level out product in trailers.
• Scoop excess product off ground into bin.
• Use chain pulley system to open/close overhead doors.
• Operate motor vehicle to offsite location.
• Document required information per quality policies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

                          

• Ability to communicate clearly and consistently with other employees in the workplace.
• Ability to work safely and be quality conscious.
• Ability to prepare and operate all machinery.
• General knowledge of production/manufacturing methods.
• Ability to read gauges and record data in a legible manner in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to learn to handle 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 read, write and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to operate skid steer/pallet jack/forklift.
• Ability to work varying work schedules.
• Ability to interpret and work from verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Ability to move freely throughout plant with sustained physical/mental effort to climb, sample and clean equipment and work areas.
• Ability to remain calm and professional at all times.
• Knowledge and experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to troubleshoot malfunction and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems beyond scope of normality.
• Ability to cooperate with all staff.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work daily, weekends and overtime as necessary.
• Ability to assist in all work areas.
• Ensure principles of animal food hygiene and animal food safety are followed and maintained.

BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Approximate:  8-9 Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)

Key:         Rare                            =     0% - 5% 

                 Occasional                 =    6% - 33%

                 Frequent                     =    34% - 66%

                 Continuous                =    67% - 100%

                 N/A                             =    Not Applicable

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