Gem State Staffing is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Machine Operator. This is a full-time, temp-to-hire, position with a local Agribusiness. The primary role of the plant operator is to assist in producing aquaculture feed products and in quality control, maintenance, and facility cleanliness in daily activities. The roles of the Plant Operator vary based on experience and expertise. This role may include operating equipment such as an extruder, grinder, mixer, pellet machine, or working in the warehouse. These roles also include packaging, filling, assisting in the formulation, or housekeeping. Candidates are well-driven self-starters who can work with a close-knit team to meet customers' demands efficiently. This position does require attention to detail and ability to multi-task. 

If you are a hard worker, team player and higher-level person who will stick around long term please apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Work production line according to production scheduled production job

• Inspect all materials for cleanliness and integrity. Report any issues before processing

• Documentation as required in all aspects of job duties

• Learn and train all the roles needed at the plant (mixing, bagging, forklift, container loading, etc.)

• Operate processing equipment as outlined in SOP’s

• Maintain facility cleanliness throughout all operations

• Perform Quality Control while handling products

• Accurately document tasks performed (processing, maintenance, cleaning, etc.)

• Responsible for reporting safety/food safety problems to management, up to and including stopping a production line

• Maintain all current training.

• Comply with all Food Safety Guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures, FDA and OSHA guidelines, and Federal and State workplace laws.

• Able to work and contribute to a team approach with a positive attitude and outlook

• Perform other duties assigned by management professionally and efficiently.

Requirements:

• Desire to work full-time schedule
• Must have previous steady work history
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs unassisted.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
• Must have manufacturing or automated plant equipment experience.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Ability to work long hours, and overtime as necessary.
• Ability to repetitively stand, bend, twist, crouch, and stoop for extended periods
• Ability to work safely within the established safety program.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions and complete the necessary documentation. Ability to read and write English is required.