Sr. Operator

Position: Sr. Operator, Days
## Sr. Operator, Days Apply locations:
Momence, ILtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR1281

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!
* ** Expected Pay Range**: $22.00 - $24.63 per hour
* ** 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**: 2026-benefits-
* ** Shift Differential:
Yes
**** Who We Are
** 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.
** What You’ll Do
*** Support production operations across drying, freezing, wet and dry processing, sifting, grinding, boxing, and packaging processes.
* Safely start, operate, monitor, and make minor adjustments to production equipment while following all safety procedures and Lock Out/Tag Out requirements.
* Perform equipment setup, changeovers, cleaning, sanitation, material handling, and production support activities to maintain efficient operations.
* Complete quality checks, Critical Control Point (CCP) verifications, and follow GMPs and SOPs to ensure product quality and compliance.
* Collaborate with production teams and other departments, train new employees, communicate concerns, and promote accountability for safety, quality, and performance.
* Help achieve production goals by preparing for shift transitions, maintaining accurate records, and working overtime as needed.
** What You’ll Bring
*** High school diploma or GED required.
* At least one year of production experience or an equivalent combination of related experience, education, and training.
* Ability to read and write, with basic computer skills and familiarity with ERP systems or scanners preferred.
* Experience creating shift reports, maintaining documentation, and communicating basic production data.
* Strong math skills with the ability to accurately count inventory, report weights, and perform basic calculations.
* Previous forklift experience is a plus, and forklift certification may be required with training provided as needed.
** What You Can Look Forward To
*** A full-time schedule of Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with Saturdays as needed.
* An opportunity to play a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and high-quality food production operations.
* Ongoing training and development in safety, food quality, compliance, and equipment operation.
* A collaborative 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.
** Disclaimer
* ** 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  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 our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!

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