Production Operator-Conversion

Position: Production Operator-Conversion Only
Production Operator perform a variety of routine tasks in support of manufacturing. Primary function of this position includes material/product handling and providing Manufacturing and Quality Assurance support. This position works collaboratively to achieve Dreyer's business objectives of safety, productivity, customer service, quality, and environmental protection.

ROLE AND ACTIVITY

* To ensure your areas are clean, always organized and operating under discipline

* Operate to standard operating procedures in area assigned

* Ensure limited water is used when cleaning with "clean as you go" principle

* Ensure effective hand over with the next shift.

* To drive the production process to ensure that the products produced meet customer specification, quality and food safety.

* To ensure production meets targeted outputs through effective control of the manufacturing process

* To communicate effectively with the entire team

* Ensure health and safety requirements are fully met and a positive safety culture is maintained throughout the line

* Ensure you walk the talk always using the looking eyes, attend to the issues as and when they happen

* Promote the Froneri culture of employees being owners rather than just employees

* Represent The Froneri Way of working through the behaviors and characteristics in our Operating Model and Core Values

* Following the principle of "will I do this to my home?"

* Other duties as assigned

MEASURABLE OUTCOMES

* Hygiene, GMP and safety audits improving week over week

* Daily, weekly, monthly production targets are fully met

* Effective interaction with the team and takes direction from Machine Operator and Management

* Quality and improvement initiatives being implemented and maintained

* De-kitting the line

LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY

* Quality and technical system adherence

* Completion of the required production to plan

* Health and Safety

* Impeccable hygiene standards always

* Clean as you go; use proper cleaning techniques (i.e. limited water hose usage)

BEHAVIORS AND CORE VALUES:
Must consistently showcase the desired behaviors that represent our Core Values.

We Take Ownership

* Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish

* Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail

* Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste

We Do What Is Right

* Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations

* Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment

* Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies

We Seek to Improve

* Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations

* Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve

* Learn from both successes and failures

We Are Better Together

* Ensure decisions are based on what's best for the whole business

* Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives

* Treat everyone with fairness and respect

Position

Qualifications:

* 18 years of age or older

* Aptitude for automated mechanical processes with good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

* Excellent interpersonal communication, math and problem solving skills

* Ability to work multiple shifts and/or schedules.

* High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience

Work Environment

In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast-paced.

The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.

* Cold Temperatures:
Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.

* Requires use of cold-protective PPE.

* May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.

* Fast-Paced:
Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.

* High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.

* Standing for Long

Hours:

Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.

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