<span>Production Operator</span>

Kemin • Verona, MO

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About The Position

Kemin is seeking full-time Production Operators to join their Verona, MO campus. The role involves packaging and palletizing products while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety standards. The successful candidate will work in a team-oriented environment focused on efficiency, safety, and quality production.

Requirements

• Minimum education required: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2+ years of related experience in Manufacturing or Production preferred; demonstrated potential will be considered.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
• Adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Ability to stand for long periods and to climb stairs.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift 55 lbs.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating heavy machinery such as forklifts.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Responsibilities

• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Complete department sanitation duties.
• Report all equipment issues to supervisor and/or maintenance.
• Pack and/or assemble product ingredients.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) to ensure product specifications are met.
• Operate machinery and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Operate various types of heavy equipment, including forklifts.
• Troubleshoot automated equipment and other equipment issues.
• Use computers for daily work activities.
• Correctly sample, package, seal, label, palletize, and wrap products.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Follow personal safety procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards.

Benefits

• Hourly pay + Annual Bonus
• On-the-Job Paid Training
• Health Benefits Effective Immediately
• 401k match program
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Fitness reimbursement for the whole family
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for community service with paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees