Production Operator III

Job TitlePromote safety, maintain a sanitary food environment, and ensure that only the highest quality product is made. Work day or nights, 8-hour shifts schedules including weekends and holidays, and overtime as needed.Job QualificationsEducation: High School Diploma or GED certificate preferred.Experience: Previous work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.Job DutiesOperate production equipment under the supervision of the shift supervisor as follows:Nano-filtration, UV or dryer operation (Job dependent)Monitor and document product volume, temperatures, times, and pressure readingsConnect pipes and hosesAdjust valves and operate pumpsClean dryer spray nozzles and tipsMonitor gauges, take solids readings and clean outside of all equipment using chemicals (caustics, acids, and hot water)Monitor equipment to ensure proper function and operationMust know type of product, source, and all handling procedures involved in each processing procedureFull understanding of product flowProcess plasma in nano-filtration room, connect pipes, operate electrical pumps and clean equipmentAssist with the change out of membranes as neededMaintain a safe, clean, organized work area throughout the facilityMaintain general housekeeping of production areasEnsure all charts are properly documented according to company and regulatory regulationsEnsure all paperwork is done correctly and completelyOperate pallet jack and forkliftProficient computer skillsCIP silos and equipmentComplies with and follows company food safety and quality policies.Sample product in accordance and adherence to all SOPs, procedures and quality requirements, document, and report raw material that is out of specification.Performs elementary mechanical and carpentry repairs throughout plant as instructed by supervision.Engage in continuous improvement and process improvementAnticipate problems and implement solutionsDemonstrate good judgement in safeguarding customer, company, vendor and employee information.Assume responsibility for the attainment of plant goals and objectives.Maintain cooperative working relationships and communications with employees from all other departments and peersAssists maintenance with repairing/replacing motors and pumps throughout the plantJob RequirementsAbility to prepare and operate all machinery associated with job tasksGeneral knowledge of production/manufacturing methodsAbility to read gauges and record data in a legible manner and in accordance with established proceduresAbility 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.Must be able to read, write and speak in English to prepare and comprehend logs, schedules, and communicate with fellow employees.Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written.Ability to operate forklift/pallet jack.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 during peak periods.Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions 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 and overtime as necessary.Ability to assist in all work areas.Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done.Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of APCWilling to work with others, collaborating and compromising when necessary, promptly share relevant information with othersIs open to changing situations and is willing to perform all tasks when and where assignedAble and willing to perform task and duties independentlyMaintains a positive and professional attitude and work ethicFollow all GMPs and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory, food, safety, quality and sanitation requirements.Basic Physical RequirementsApproximate: 8 Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)Key:Occasional = 0% - 33%Frequent = 34% - 66%Continuous = 67% - 100%N/A = Not ApplicableStanding - ContinuousSitting - OccasionalWalking - FrequentBending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping - FrequentReaching Above Shoulder - FrequentClimbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) - FrequentConfined Spaces - OccasionalWorking on Heights:Unprotected Heights - OccasionalProtected Heights - OccasionalLifting weights from 1 to 80 lbs. at waist level - FrequentLifting weights from 1 to 60 lbs. at floor level - FrequentLifting weights from 1 to 50 lbs. at shoulder level - FrequentPush/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/MaterialsWeighing with up to 80 lbs. of force - FrequentWorking with/or Operating Moving Machinery/Equipment - ContinuousOperating a Motor Vehicle (as a part of your job) - N/ARead/Monitor Gauges on Various Equipment/Machinery - OccasionalHand Movements:Recording Data - FrequentOperating Office Equipment - N/AOperating Computer - N/ASimple Grasping (right and left) - FrequentFirm Grasping (right and left) up to 80 lbs of force - FrequentFine Manipulating (right and left) - OccasionalFoot Movements to Operate Foot Controls - OccasionalGood Vision, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to AccessRequired Information and to Perform Job Duties - YesColor Definition - N/AGood Hearing, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Communicateand/or Understand Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - YesAbility to be Mobile throughout Required Work Areas - YesOffice - OccasionalMultiple Locations - OccasionalPlant - ContinuousEquipment/Maintenance or Repair Area - ContinuousRough Terrain - OccasionalOther - N/AAPC Participates in E-Verify#SAPC