Production Operator III

Location: Iowa

Promote safety, maintain a sanitary food environment, and ensure that only the highest quality product is made. Work day or nights, 8-hour shifts schedules including weekends and holidays, and overtime as needed.##
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* JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

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* Education:

High School Diploma or GED certificate preferred.

Experience:

Previous work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.## ##
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* JOB DUTIES:

*** Operate production equipment under the supervision of the shift supervisor as follows:
* Nano-filtration, UV or dryer operation (Job dependent)
* Monitor and document product volume, temperatures, times, and pressure readings
* Connect pipes and hoses
* Adjust valves and operate pumps
* Clean dryer spray nozzles and tips
* Monitor gauges, take solids readings and clean outside of all equipment using chemicals (caustics, acids, and hot water)
* Monitor equipment to ensure proper function and operation
* Must know type of product, source, and all handling procedures involved in each processing procedure
* Full understanding of product flow
* Process plasma in nano-filtration room, connect pipes, operate electrical pumps and clean equipment
* Assist with the change out of membranes as needed
* Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area throughout the facility
* Maintain general housekeeping of production areas
* Ensure all charts are charts are properly documented according to company and regulatory regulations
* Ensure all paperwork is done correctly and completely
* Operate pallet jack and forklift
* Proficient computer skills
* CIP silos and equipment
* Complies with and follows company food safety and quality policies.
* Sample product in according and adherence to all SOPs, procedures and quality requirements, document, and report raw material that is out of specification.
* Performs elementary mechanical and carpentry repairs throughout plant as instructed by supervision.
* Engage in continuous improvement and process improvement
* Anticipate problems and implement solutions
* Demonstrate good judgement in safeguarding customer, company, vendor and employee information.
* Assume responsibility for the attainment of plant goals and objectives.
* Maintain cooperative working relationships and communications with employees from all other departments and peers
* Assists maintenance with repairing/replacing motors and pumps throughout the plant##
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* JOB REQUIREMENTS:

*** Ability to prepare and operate all machinery associated with job tasks
* General knowledge of production/manufacturing methods
* Ability to read gauges and record data in a legible manner and in accordance with established procedures
* Ability to learn to handle inedible protein materials in accordance with established sanitary procedures and practices.
* Ability to understand and follow established work procedures, including mandated sanitary and safety guidelines.
* Must be able to read, write and speak in English to prepare and comprehend logs, schedules, and communicate with fellow employees.
* Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Ability to operate forklift/pallet jack.
* Ability to perform basic math skills.
* Ability to move freely throughout plant with sustained physical/mental effort to climb, sample and clean equipment and work areas.
* Ability to remain calm and professional during peak periods.
* Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems beyond scope of normality.
* Ability to cooperate with all staff.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Ability to work daily and overtime as necessary.
* Ability to assist in all work areas.
* Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done.
* Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of APC
* Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising when necessary, promptly share relevant information with others
* Is open to changing situations and is willing to perform all tasks when and where assigned
* Able and willing to perform task and duties independently
* Maintains a positive and professional attitude and work ethic
* Follow all GMPs and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory, food, safety, quality and sanitation requirements.## ##
** BASIC

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

** Approximate:
8 Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)
** Key:
** Occasional         =       0% - 33%
Frequent             =       34% - 66%
Continuous        =       67% - 100%
N/A                      =       Not Applicable Standing - Continuous Sitting - Occasional Walking - Frequent Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping - Frequent Reaching Above Shoulder - Frequent Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) - Frequent Confined Spaces - Occasional
** Working on Heights:
** Unprotected Heights - Occasional Protected Heights - Occasional Lifting weights from 1 to 80 lbs. at waist level - Frequent Lifting weights from 1 to 60 lbs. at floor level - Frequent Lifting weights from 1 to 50 lbs. at shoulder level - Frequent…