Production Operator - 1st Shift

Production Operator - 1st Shift

Pay: $20.96 per hour

Shift & Working Hours: 1st Shift; 7AM to 3:30PM; Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed.

JOB SUMMARY:

Nutra Blend is an industry leader in manufacturing and distributing quality vitamin, trace mineral, micro-ingredients and antibiotic premixes for the feed industry.

The Production Operator is the front-line employee who performs the manufacturing processes that add value and quality to the inputs and create the final high-quality final products.

There are a variety of sub-classifications within the Operator job family that could range in specific duties from receiving and handling the raw materials, adding value through a variety of proprietary processes, to packaging the final product.

In all stages of production safety, attention to detail, a quality and sanitation focus, and efficiency are key to the success of the operation.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:


* 6 plus months of manufacturing experience required


* Basic computer skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


* Age: 18 years or older


* Comprehension: Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions.


* Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.


* Safety: Ensuring the complete physical safety of oneself and one's co-workers at all times without exception


* Time Management: Showing up on time, reliably completing tasks by the deadline, and adapting to changes in deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision


* Coordination: Working well with others to meet team goals and adjusting to important changes


* Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.


* Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:


* Able to lift 50lbs


* Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements


* Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment


* Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present


* Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime

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