Production Operator- AM/PM Shift (Seasonal)

Job Description

Job Description

**Essential Functions

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• Responsible for daily activities of the production line(s), ensuring product adheres to Niagara’s standard of safety, quality, and throughput.

• Accurately completes applicable quality and production reports hourly. Physical and visual inspection of product is required to prevent non-conforming goods. Correctly reports all quality defects to the appropriate team members and shift leadership.

• Adheres to the highest standards of company and plant safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations.

• Abides by Niagara’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety Standards at all times.

• Maintains general housekeeping in all areas of production and additional areas assigned by plant leadership.

• Maintains appropriate level of raw materials as required, to ensure production lines incur minimal downtime.

• Demonstrates the aptitude and skill to work in all assigned areas of production; troubleshoots minor production line issues and performs relief duties when required.

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

• Ability to work 12 hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule or schedule as dictated by production demand.

• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

**Qualifications

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• Minimum Qualifications:

  • 0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment

  • 0 Years – Experience in Position

  • 0 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment

  • 2 Years – Experience in Position

  • 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

**Competencies

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This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

• Lead Like an Owner

  • Makes safety the number one priority

  • Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately

  • Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals

  • Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly

  • Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively

  • Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers

• InnovACT

  • Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products

  • Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances

  • Increases performance through greater efficiency

• Find a Way

  • Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts

  • Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions

  • Seeks solutions rather than placing blame

• Empowered to be Great

  • Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities

  • Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across

  • Communicates effectively to manage expectations

**Education

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• Minimum Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED

• Preferred:

  • Associate's Degree