Shag Truck/Production Operator - BVC

To operate the shag truck and assist various areas within the plant while maintaining efficient production processes according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in order to meet customer specifications.

JOB DUTIES:

• Operate the shag truck in accordance with established procedures including the following:
• Check engine oil and fuel up truck at set intervals
• Move trailers to and from poultry processing plant to poultry by-products plant
• Weigh trailers as directed
• Unload product being hauled
• Perform trailer wash out after every load adhering to cleaning standards (approx. 8-10 loads per day)
• Maintain cleanliness of raw receiving area (washing floors, walls, equipment, etc.)
• Assure proper unrestricted traffic flow around the plant
• Fill in as a production operator as needed.
• Operate production equipment under the supervision of the shift supervisor.
• Operate pallet jack and forklift.
• Maintain a clean work area including proper care and storage of tools/equipment.
• Perform preventive and light maintenance of equipment.
• Follow all safety protocol.
• Daily inventory of raw and finished good

JOB REQUIREMENTS:                       

• Ability to work safely and be quality conscious.
• Ability to prepare and operate all machinery.
• 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 track and monitor cooker operations.
• Ability to understand and follow established work procedures, including mandated sanitary and safety guidelines.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to operate forklift/pallet jack.
• Ability to work varying work schedules.
• Ability to communicate in oral and written form.
• Ability to interpret and work from oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Ability to move freely throughout plant with sustained physical/mental effort to climb and clean equipment and work areas.
• Ability to remain calm and professional at all times.
• Knowledge and experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to troubleshoot malfunction and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems beyond scope of normality.
• Ability to cooperate with all team members.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work daily, weekends and overtime as necessary.
• Ability to assist in all work areas.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED certificate preferred.

Experience:

Previous work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred