Chamber Coordinator: AB Rotating

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We are looking for a Chamber Operator to join our Production team on a rotating night shift. This position is a hands‑on role responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of freeze‑drying equipment to ensure safe, high‑quality food production. The ideal candidate with prior manufacturing experience thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys working as part of a team, and enjoys making an impact.

• Operate and monitor freeze‑drying chambers and associated equipment in compliance with established procedures
• Load and unload product carts into chambers, ensuring accurate identification, placement, and documentation throughout the process
• Initiate, monitor, and record process parameters, including temperature, pressure, vacuum levels, and cycle times to ensure adherence to product specifications
• Perform thorough cleaning, sanitization, and preparation of chambers and surrounding areas between production runs in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Communicate deviations, alarms, or equipment malfunctions to supervision or maintenance for timely resolution
• Maintain detailed production records, logs, and process data to support traceability and quality assurance requirements
• Support freeze dryer maintenance, calibration, and validation activities as directed
• Assist with cold room defrosting, sanitation, and overall cleaning, including carts, equipment, and processing areas during setup and changeover
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and environmental protocols to maintain a clean and compliant production area

Hourly pay: $30.72

Schedule: AB Day Shift (6:45 AM – 7:00 PM), 2, 2, 3 Rotation

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• Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures
• Noise level in the work environment can be loud
• Exposure to various food allergens
• Regular requirement to stand, walk, climb, push, pull, reach, carry, and lift and twist
• Must be able to regularly lift 15 pounds and up to 50 pounds

OFD contains office, manufacturing and outdoor work spaces where this position is required to access and work. The position requires a person to be able to frequently walk, stand and climb; bend and twist; see, hear and talk; use hands to type, handle or feel tools, controls; use hands and arms to reach, hold and carry tools or items. This position also requires a person to handle environments of varied temperatures and with various food allergens present;

and be comfortable at various heights.

• High school diploma or equivalent required, college or technical training a plus
• Generally, a minimum of three (3) years of food manufacturing experience in preferably in freeze‑drying
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy in data entry, and adherence to procedures
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle product trays, carts, and racks.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with production crews and adapt to changing priorities
• Basic computer proficiency; including experience with data entry, digital forms, or manufacturing software systems
• Solid mathematical skills, with the ability to perform basic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and understand measurements, weights, and unit conversions
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, SOPs and technical documents with accuracy
• Capable of working in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple tasks effectively and staying organized under pressure
• While a standard shift will generally be assigned, this role requires flexibility to support operations across multiple shifts in a 24/7 manufacturing environment

At Oregon Freeze Dry, we believe that our employees are the key to our success. That’s why we offer a competitive total rewards package aimed at supporting the health, financial security, and overall wellbeing of you and your family.

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