What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator, Fresh Mixing position at Champion Petfoods?
Manufacturing innovation and happy pets too. We are excited to announce that we are looking for a Fresh Mixing Production Operator - 3rd Shift to join our rapidly growing company, Champion Petfoods.
About the Role
The Fresh Mixing Production Operator has primary responsibility to operate equipment safely and efficiently within the Fresh Mixing department at our state-of-the-art pet food production facility in Auburn, Kentucky.
- Ensure compliance with Company policies, practices and procedures related to Health and Safety, Food Safety, and the Environment.
- Maintain a neat and organized work area according to established corporate policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Identify food-safety concerns and perform actions appropriate for resolving them.
- Unload trucks to best accommodate production requirements, customer requirements, and carriers.
- Follow an established formula for fresh ingredients, as written on formula sheets.
- Follow consistent batching processes to ensure a constant flow of blended fresh material to the extrusion line.
- Assist in conducting a daily inventory of all bulk and liquid ingredients, recording bin check, regular bulk inventory, and part bag count inventory.
- Operate heavy machinery including tote massagers, grinding equipment for fresh meats and ingredients, and/or automated and manual packaging equipment in a safe and efficient manner, according to established Company policies and practices.
- Dump totes through receiving drag and tote stations, replacing totes in the tote stations as needed.
- Operate lift trucks (sit and stand), as required.
- Develop and maintain successful professional working relationships, including good communication practices with relevant production department staff.
- Participate in annual physical inventory as determined by the Company.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment and/or equivalent military experience, or college degree is preferred.
Working Conditions
- Working inside a clean, modern, state-of-the-art pet food manufacturing facility, with brand new equipment.
Benefits
- Available Overtime.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance available on Day 1.
- Company 401(K) Match Contributions.
- Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month.
- Shift Premiums.
We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and increases overall happiness. Champion is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
