Operator (1st shift)

Palmer Candy is looking for a 2nd shift Operator at our Bluff St facility.

1st shift will work Monday-Friday. Monday-Thursday hours are 5:00 am- 4:30 pm with Friday hours varying from 6 to 10-hour shifts. Saturday hours may be scheduled due to business needs.

Team Member’s will be notified by plant management if schedules were to change outside of the times listed above.

Job Title: Operator

Department: Manufacturing

Shift: 1st shift

Employment Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Supervisor

Position Summary

This role operates a production line and oversees the production and packaging of confectionary products.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure Team Members produce and package high-quality products safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and specifications.
• Package products and perform routine quality, weight, percentage, and equipment checks to ensure product accuracy and safety.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized work environment, including proper allergen and product changeover procedures.
• Prepare supplies, products, and equipment for production while ensuring equipment meets health and safety requirements.
• Perform basic equipment cleaning, minor maintenance, and routine inspections of metal detectors and other production equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts, lot numbers, date codes, and production records.
• Assist with production line operations and train Team Members as needed.
• Utilize REDZONE production software and support established OEE standards.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with Team Members across all departments and levels.
• Maintain professional conduct, regular and reliable attendance, and work overtime as needed to support production demands.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required

Preferred

• SAP or equivalent experience
• High school diploma or equivalent

Required

• Ability to verbally communicate proficiently in English to effectively engage with internal teams. Applicant must be proficient in reading and understanding English-language manuals, equipment, instructions, and other documents relevant to the role.
• Prior experience operating machines in a manufacturing setting

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction and simple multiplication and division

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move 20–30 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Comfortable standing and working for extended periods in a production environment.
• Frequent hand and repetitive motion required to handle, inspect, and package products.
• Works efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Flexibility to cross-train and operate on multiple production lines as needed.

This job description is intended to summarize the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this role. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements.