Lead Production Operator

About This Role

The Lead Production Operator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of pet food production, including setting up, operating, and disassembling processing equipment, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining quality and safety standards. This role ensures efficient and high-quality production of premium pet food.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, operate and disassemble processing equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) according to production schedule
• Troubleshoot equipment as needed and make adjustments and small repairs
• Monitor product and complete various checks to ensure product is running according to job specifications
• Review and follow production schedule throughout shift, adjusting equipment during product changeovers
• Check and document product according to SOPs to ensure the highest quality standards
• Clean work area according to sanitation SOPs, maintaining cleanliness throughout work shift
• Complete re-work as necessary
• Maintain records and logs within designated production system during entire production process
• Perform and document in-process quality checks on representative samples to ensure correctness
• Clean, disassemble, and reassemble line equipment to prepare machines for inspection and/or deep cleaning
• Changeover/set up machine for run by loading product, components, printer material, etc.
• Actively follow safety procedures and policies in all job tasks and enforce GMPs with others

Requirements

• 3+ years' experience in extruder operation
• 1+ year in a lead role in a manufacturing plant
• Ability to effectively train new operators

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in extruder operation and 1 year in a lead role in a manufacturing plant

Nice to Have

• Consumer focus
• Commitment to quality and accountability
• Embrace continual development and collaboration

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits