Production Operator

Position: Production Operator 1
First Shift Production Operator

Summary:

The first shift production operator is responsible for operating Production equipment on the production lines and follow safety rules and quality procedures. The production operator will handle and monitor manufacturing machines and equipment, ensuring that all mechanisms runs smoothly and on time. Production operator will assist with assembling, processing, packaging products on a production line, perform quality checks and minor repairs as needed.

Production Operator will report to Production Supervisor and Production line leaders. The position is based at Pompeian HQ. at 4201 Pulaski Highway Baltimore, MD 21224.First Shift Production Operator Requirements:

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

High school diploma

Hours:

5:15am - 3:45pm. with availability on the weekends and ability to work overtime with varying days of the week Ability to troubleshoot machinery

Ability to follow written procedure

Ability to work in a team environment

Operators are required to have viable transportation

Able to lift between 25-50 lbs on occasion

Able to stand for long periods of time, bending and stretching

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) at all times

Ensure Production is in compliance with all environmental and sustainable goals and practices

Forklift experience a plus but not required

Must have predictable and strong attendance

Must have a motivated can-do attitude with the eagerness to learn new tasks within the Production department

First Shift Production Operator

Pay and Benefits:

Hourly rate is $19.76/hour with opportunities for advancement available

Position is eligible to receive shift differential, overtime pay, and annual bonus

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance, 100% monthly premium funded by Pompeian for single or family
401K plan and company match program

Health Reimbursement Account Paid vacation, 40 hours paid sick leave, 9 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays

Annual safety shoe allowance

Paid time off for Jury duty, Bereavement Leave, and Volunteer Events Employee Referral Bonus Program Free Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members

Employee led programs for wellness, diversity and planned community events

Educational Assistance Program Family Scholarship Program Opportunity to work with a Top 2025 Workplace in manufacturing, compensation & benefits and one of Maryland healthiest business

First Shift Production Operator Responsibilities:

Follow GMPs in the Production area and immediately report any nonconformance GMP concerns to your supervisor

Follow all food and safety rules

Monitor product quality and inform QC of any deviations from the standard

Operate assigned equipment such as packer or labeler

Assist in troubleshooting of the machines when they are not running properly

Focus on minimizing waste of raw material, boxes, bottles, and finished product

Perform housekeeping within Production workspace

Ensure all work meets company environmental goals

Performs duties per Pompeian's mission, goals and core values

All other duties and tasks assigned"My department really feels like a team - when something comes up, we work through it together."Phibi, Production Supervisor

About us:

The Olive Oil People – is America's largest national brand of olive oil, bestselling vinegars and a variety of cooking sprays. Farmer owned and Baltimore based since 1906, Pompeian is a family of olive farmers and olive oil craftsmen whose passion, expertise and dedication bring the best-tasting, highest-quality olive oils to kitchens everywhere. Upholding the highest quality standards, Pompeian conducts daily testing through our in-house quality assurance team in the state-of-the-art Pompeian Quality Control and Research & Development Center ensuring each bottle is always at peak freshness.

Inspired by heritage and tradition, Pompeian products are rooted in authenticity and crafted for quality and great taste. To learn more about Pompeian please visit  and Linked In
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