Production Operator

is seeking to hire a Machine Operator for our client in Ames, IA!

Benefits Available!
Weekly Pay!

Pay Rate - $20-21/hr
3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday, 9pm-7:30am

Job Description
We are seeking a dependable, flexible, and safety-conscious Production Operator to support daily manufacturing operations at a vitamin premix production facility in Ames, Iowa. This role involves handling raw materials, weighing ingredients according to batch formulas, operating production equipment, mixing and blending materials, packaging finished products, and maintaining quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate is reliable, mechanically inclined, comfortable performing physical labor in a fast-paced production environment, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities
Receive, unload, transport, and store raw materials and finished products throughout the facility.
Operate forklifts and other production equipment to move materials safely.
Weigh and dispense raw materials according to batch formulas and add ingredients to the appropriate mixers.
Support mixing, blending, batch processing, and manual or automated packaging operations.
Fill silos, palletize finished goods, and safely store raw materials and packaged products.
Inspect raw materials and finished products for quality and accuracy.
Prepare production samples for quality testing, homogeneity checks, and process monitoring.
Print, inspect, reconcile, and maintain control of product labels.
Monitor equipment and production processes, record operating conditions, and report issues or deviations to the supervisor.
Perform minor equipment maintenance as needed to support efficient operations.
Complete batch records, production documentation, inventory cycle counts, and other required paperwork.
Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), 5S, allergen-control requirements, and established procedures.
Follow all safety, health, environmental, and quality policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Communicate important production information with team members and incoming or outgoing shifts.
Participate in required safety training, quality improvement activities, and other assigned production duties.

Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to operate a forklift.
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn and operate production machinery.
Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, batch formulas, and standard operating procedures.
Basic computer skills for production records, documentation, and training.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to adapt to changing production needs and schedules.
Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Ames, Iowa facility, preferably within approximately 30 miles.
Must have reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications
At least six months of related manufacturing or production experience.
Experience with material handling, mixing, blending, packaging, or batch processing.
Experience working in a GMP-regulated or quality-controlled manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with inventory control, production documentation, and equipment inspections.

Physical Requirements and Pre-Employment Screening
Must be able to perform frequent physical labor, including repeatedly moving materials weighing up to 60 pounds.
Must successfully complete a physical ability/lift test demonstrating the ability to lift 50 pounds.
Must complete required occupational medicine clearance, including a physical examination, OSHA questionnaire, pulmonary function test, respirator fit test, audiogram, vision screening, and drug screen.
Must obtain medical clearance for respirator use.
Must be comfortable working on the production floor and performing repetitive lifting, carrying, bending, and material-handling tasks.

Schedule and Work Environment
Onsite position working directly on the production floor.
Work schedule and shift patterns will vary according to production requirements.
Must be flexible and available to work the schedule needed to meet production demands.