Utility Operator; 1st Shift

Position

Production Associate (Utility Operator)

• Competitive hourly rates starting at $22.00
• Annual performance bonus
• On-the-job training to enhance your skills
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Retirement savings with annual contribution and company match
• Mental/emotional wellness programs (Employee Assistance Programs)
• Recognition and perk rewards

• Customer-focused mindset and exceptional problem‑solving skills
• Reliable, hardworking, and possess a "can‑do" attitude
• Enthusiastic about learning new skills and supporting teammates
• Adaptable and willing to work in various areas of the plant, rotating through positions and shifts
• Strong emphasis on safety and take pride in quality work

• Utility Operators – responsible for maintaining and operating various utility systems and equipment and sanitation duties to maintain food safety requirements
• Bulk Operators – responsible for loading bulk delivery vessels and sanitation duties to maintain food safety compliance within the bulk department
• Elevator Operators – responsible for operating and maintaining elevators or lifts and sanitation duties, ensuring efficient movement of raw materials
• Warehouse Operators – responsible for efficient operation of the warehouse, including receiving, storing, organizing, forklift operation and distribution of raw materials and finished products
• Pack Operators – responsible for operations of the pack equipment, processing, packing products and sanitation duties to maintain food safety compliance

• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs multiple times per day
• Climb ladder, steps and extensions
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and exert 20 pounds of force
• Frequently stand, walk, rotate, bend, stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance and reach at or below shoulder level
• Ability to perform physical job duties such as bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, kneeling, climbing, crawling, twisting safely, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions including heat, cold, dust, loud noise; requires personal protective equipment such as a dust mask
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Must be clean shaven to use respiratory protection requiring a proper seal (e.g., N‑95 dust mask)

Ayer, MA

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Ardent Mills is an equal opportunity employer. We provide an environment of mutual respect and equal opportunities based on merit, competence, and performance.