Processing Operator - Rotating Nights

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Direct Manufacturing P1 Junior Machine Opera Regular Albany, OR, US

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At Oregon Freeze Dry, innovation isn't just a buzzword, it's our foundation. We are a purpose-driven company with six decades of expertise in freeze-drying technology. Best known as the makers of Mountain House® meals, we are experts in advanced lyophilization solutions, delivering products trusted by consumers for their quality, reliability, and performance while also providing mission‑critical solutions that support the warfighter, strengthen national readiness, and ensure reliable nutrition when performance matters most.

We’re looking for a Processing Operator to join our Production team on 3 rd shift. This position is critical to supporting daily production activities on the processing floor by operating and maintaining equipment in a safe, efficient, and quality‑driven environment. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working on a team, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and has previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment; perform changeovers, routine maintenance, and cleaning per SOPs.
• Guide and coordinate operations team activities to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and production targets are met.
• Maintain smooth production flow and promptly report equipment or process issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain product quality by conducting in‑process checks, completing accurate documentation, including production records, digital entries, and deviation reports, and reporting any non‑conformances.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to address equipment concerns, troubleshoot issues, and minimize downtime.
• Participate in investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend process improvements and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full‑time basis.
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflect positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
• Embody OFD’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department and company culture.

Hourly pay: $22.00

In this rotation you will work 2 nights on, 2 nights off and then 3 nights on. This will equate to a 3-day weekend every other weekend.

Environment of this position:

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

OFD contains office, manufacturing and outdoor work spaces where this position is required to be accessed and worked. 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.

• Generally, one (1) year of experience in manufacturing environment, preferably in a regulated or food/GMP environment. High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to support and assist peers in completing tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to understand how machines work and recognize when…