Production Operator - Dry Sweeteners (2nd and 3rd shift)
Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!This role is not a remote opportunity, it is on-site at our Manufacturing Plant in Indianapolis, Indiana. 2nd and 3rd shift only.Scope:The Production Operator is capable of efficiently operating machinery on product line in Sweeteners equates to either Clouds or Ropaks and maintains documentation with a high degree of accuracy and quality.Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:
Promotes safety and conducts him/herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times.
Inspects products for defects, and measure products to determine accuracy of machine operation, using rules, templates, or other measuring instruments.
Observes machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines, within tolerances, as necessary.
Reads job orders to determine product specifications to plan operational sequences.
Positions, loads, and secures stock material required for production, manually or by using power assisted equipment.
Makes minor electrical and mechanical repairs and adjustments to machines and notify supervisor/ maintenance when major service is required.
Starts up and shuts down manufacturing equipment following SOPs.
Maintains and completes documentation of permanent records for the company and its customers with a high degree of neatness and accuracy.
Utilizes all food safety and food security guidelines, including Safe Quality Foods (SQF) good manufacturing practices and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.
Demonstrates essential problem-solving methods and initiative.
Complies with all food manufacturing and safety regulations.
Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other company employees.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Must have ability to understand oral and written instructions in English
Must work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills
Must have good job performance and attendance records
Prior team lead experience is preferred
Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred
Physical Demands:
Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to work seated using a computer and phone for long periods of time.
Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend.
Must possess visual acuity to document company records.
Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center.
Lifting up to 40 pounds
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Promotes safety and conducts him/herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times.
Inspects products for defects, and measure products to determine accuracy of machine operation, using rules, templates, or other measuring instruments.
Observes machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines, within tolerances, as necessary.
Reads job orders to determine product specifications to plan operational sequences.
Positions, loads, and secures stock material required for production, manually or by using power assisted equipment.
Makes minor electrical and mechanical repairs and adjustments to machines and notify supervisor/ maintenance when major service is required.
Starts up and shuts down manufacturing equipment following SOPs.
Maintains and completes documentation of permanent records for the company and its customers with a high degree of neatness and accuracy.
Utilizes all food safety and food security guidelines, including Safe Quality Foods (SQF) good manufacturing practices and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.
Demonstrates essential problem-solving methods and initiative.
Complies with all food manufacturing and safety regulations.
Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other company employees.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Must have ability to understand oral and written instructions in English
Must work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills
Must have good job performance and attendance records
Prior team lead experience is preferred
Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred
Physical Demands:
Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to work seated using a computer and phone for long periods of time.
Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend.
Must possess visual acuity to document company records.
Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center.
Lifting up to 40 pounds
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