2nd Shift Production Cook Operator

2nd Shift Production Cook Operator (Monday to Thursday)

Job Category
:
Hourly

Requisition Number
: PRODU
001405

• Posted :
  January 9, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Gorton's, Indiana
Lebanon, IN 46052, USA

What you’ll do:

• Ensure that the line produces finished products that meet or exceeds established quality requirements.
• Obtain a current product QA chart & set up sheet for the product being produced on your line.
• Monitor, record and adjust raw and cooked weights to meet product specs.
• Verify and record materials required for the product being produced.
• Batter/Sauce temperature
• Packing equipment settings, i.e., scales and checkweighers.
• Quality attributes on finished product and adjust process to ensure finished product meets specifications such as data codes, package and case seal and appearance.
• Correct problems discovered while performing the above. STOP the line if our quality standards are not met/+
  - * Communicate findings to key personnel to correct any system problems, throughput or quality issues to ensure products produced meet established quality requirements.
• ½ hour overtime required to be able to communicate with off going shift.
• Make batter and perform batter adjustments as needed to keep process in control.
• Dump duster and cover breaks for batter person as needed.
• Perform LMH position as needed (i.e. breaks – including replacing film, etc.).
• Maintain clean and sanitary hands, knife and equipment.
• Perform housekeeping throughout work area.
• Utilize Lockout/Tagout when tasks require.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

What you’ll need:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Demonstrates sound judgment in decision making.
• Demonstrate proper use of Lockout/Tagout procedures as it applies to the equipment you are operating.
• Ability to engage and collaborate positively with all levels and departments.
• Understanding standards and measurements.
• Math and computer skills.
• Reliable and consistent attendance.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment (after a training period) – if required by your role.
• Lift up to 60 pounds.
• Stand for long periods of time up to 10 hours.
• Abide by company GMP and PPE policies.

Who we are:

Since 1849, America has trusted the Gorton’s Fisherman. And for over 175 years, Gorton’s has trusted our employees to work with integrity, pursue their curiosity, respond with agility, work collaboratively, and be passionate about our mission to spread the goodness of the sea by making quality seafood accessible to everyone. We provide a rich opportunity for professional growth, in a fun and collaborative environment, supported by our development and training programs, our generous benefits, work life balance, and the ability to make a difference.

We invite you to join our national brand based in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

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