Description:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Downstream Operator is responsible for monitoring, cleaning, and ensuring the quality of the product being produced by
equipment. This person will be responsible for a clean and safe environment for themselves, fellow employees, and
visitors.
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Operate processing and packaging equipment with an emphasis on quality.
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Follow all guidelines for work safety and good manufacturing practices.
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Follow all food safety and hygiene policies.
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Conduct and record product quality control tests.
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Laboratory analysis.
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Basic maintenance and repairs on DSP equipment.
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Maintains accurate production documentation with close attention to detail, as required.
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Maintain a clean work environment by ensuring there are no pellets or debris on the floor or machines, and that all tools and equipment are in the proper location.
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Manually handles, repacks, or restacks pallets of finished product as needed.
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Operates forklift as needed.
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Documents all related activities and completes forms and reports.
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Performs other related duties as directed.
Requirements:
Experience, Education, and Licensure/Certification Requirements:
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license preferred.
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1-year high school chemistry; college introductory chemistry preferred.
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Analytical experience preferred but not required (pH, HPLC, Spectro).
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Forklift Certification or the ability to acquire the skills for forklift certification.
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At least two years of work experience in a production plant is preferred.
Required Skills/Abilities:
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The individual must be able to work cohesively as part of a team.
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Computer Proficient; able to run Windows and Microsoft Applications, such as Word and Excel.
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Ability to work all shifts and overtime as required.
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Ability to work in a productive and safe manner with limited supervision and direction.
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Must maintain a good attitude and be professional daily.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Basic understanding of or ability to quickly learn company product codes and terminology.
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Thorough understanding of good manufacturing processes.
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Must be able to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
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Good analytical skills and ability to make sound judgments.
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
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Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
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Ability to perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks for extended periods (lifting, walking, working at heights, climbing, pushing, pulling, twisting, and stooping).
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Must be able to work in a fast-paced, loud, and labor-intensive environment in variable temperatures (from outdoor heat to indoor refrigerated coolers).
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Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
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Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
