Sr. Operator - Nights

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!

• Expected Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.63
• Bonus: This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Benefits Available
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• Shift Differential: Yes

At Van Drunen Farms, we’re not just providing ingredients; we’re providing people with purpose and possibility. As a trusted partner in delivering fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredient solutions to companies around the globe, we’re striving to build a values-aligned workforce that embodies humility, integrity, passion, and excellence.

• Support production operations across drying, freezing, wet and dry processing, sifting, grinding, boxing, re-boxing, and packaging processes.
• Safely start, operate, monitor, and make minor equipment adjustments while following all safety procedures and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) requirements.
• Perform equipment setup, material handling, cleaning, sanitation, and production support activities to maintain efficient operations.
• Complete Critical Control Point (CCP) checks, follow GMPs and SOPs, and promptly report quality or food safety concerns.
• Train and support team members, lead pre-shift meetings and safety stretches, and promote accountability for safety, quality, and performance standards.
• Help achieve production goals by preparing for shift transitions, maintaining accurate records, supporting cross-functional collaboration, and working overtime as needed.

• At least one year of production experience or an equivalent combination of related experience, education, and training.
• Basic reading, writing, and computer skills, including the ability to use ERP systems, scanners, or desktop applications when required.
• Experience creating shift reports, maintaining production documentation, and communicating basic performance data.
• Strong math skills with the ability to accurately count inventory, report weights, and perform basic calculations.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and maintain high standards for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Previous forklift experience is a plus, and forklift certification may be required with training provided as needed.

• A full-time third shift schedule of Monday through Friday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
• An opportunity to play a key role in supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality food production operations.
• Ongoing training and development in safety, food quality, compliance, equipment operation, and leadership skills.
• A collaborative work environment where teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement are valued.
• A work environment that may include dusty, cold, hot, humid, wet, loud, or outdoor conditions depending on the assigned area.
• Physical requirements that include standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, frequent bending and kneeling, pushing and pulling equipment, using required PPE, and regularly lifting or handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

• The statements provided are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position.
• They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or skills required.
• Responsibilities and job requirements may change based on business needs.
• Employees may be assigned additional duties and responsibilities as required.

In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world’s best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with…