Production Operator - 1st Shift

Production Operator

Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all.

The Troy, Alabama plant produces peanut butter, with annual production of approximately 78 million pounds. The site supports a team of more than 130 manufacturing and support employees.

Troy is a growing community in southeast Alabama and is home to Troy University, one of the largest universities in the state. The university brings energy, cultural opportunities, and community engagement to the area. Troy offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere, affordable cost of living, and access to outdoor recreation, making it an attractive place to live and work.

Responsibilities

As a Production Operator at our Troy plant, you will operate high-speed automated equipment used to fill, cap, label, and prepare peanut butter products for shipment. You will help keep the lines running safely and accurately while protecting product quality, food safety, and the appearance of every finished package.

This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys hands-on work, pays close attention to detail, and is comfortable learning equipment, completing changeovers, and responding to routine operating issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment according to product specifications and make adjustments as needed.
• Verify the correct packaging materials and date codes before and during production.
• Monitor fillers, cappers, labelers, case sealers, packaging quality, and case printing.
• Complete required production and machine documentation accurately, including downtime logs and work order requests.
• Perform routine maintenance, minor repairs, equipment changeovers, and regular deep cleaning after product changes.
• Identify and report mechanical and nonmechanical issues to the shift supervisor or lead.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow health, safety, fire prevention, quality, and food safety requirements.
• Support established programs and ongoing improvement of SQF systems to help produce safe, quality food.
• Complete other assigned duties that support safe and efficient plant operations.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Play a hands-on role in producing and packaging peanut butter products used by families.
• Build practical skills in automated packaging equipment, changeovers, troubleshooting, and quality checks.
• Learn through on-the-job training and cross-training with experienced team members.
• Join a team environment recognized locally for engagement, collaboration, and work-life balance.

Location & Travel Requirements

• Work on-site at the Troy Plant, 101 Hudson Street, Troy, Alabama.
• Current openings support second shift 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m and third shift 11:00 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• Work eight-hour shifts, with overtime, weekends, and holidays required as business needs demand.
• Travel requirement: up to 10%.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution required.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Ability to follow product specifications, safety practices, quality requirements, and food safety procedures.
• Ability to complete accurate production records, machine logs, and work order requests.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or packaging experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using tools or completing minor equipment repairs preferred.

Success in This Role

• Consistently checks details and identifies product, packaging, or equipment concerns.
• Communicates operating issues clearly and works effectively with supervisors, leads, and teammates.
• Adapts to changing production needs and demonstrates a willingness to learn.
• Takes ownership of safe work practices, cleanliness, quality, and reliable equipment operation.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Bring your attention to detail, mechanical curiosity, and commitment to safe, quality work to Post Consumer Brands. Apply today and help keep our Troy packaging lines running strong.