Grind Operator

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Location:

Hastings, NE, 69801

• Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Must be able to read and operate all types of department equipment and ensure products are within specification.
• Must be able to firmly grip all tools used with the dominant hand, using proper technique to complete the required tasks.
• Visually inspect products or complete tasks.
• Must be able to ensure products are within specification.
• Required to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Required to wear all safety and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• You may be required to “fill in” for other positions when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Ability to maintain concentration while performing tasks over the period.
• Ability to coordinate actions about others’ actions.
• Documented good safety and attendance record.
• Demonstrated commitment to GMPs.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Regular attendance at work and punctuality are essential job functions.
• Ability to deal with stress and get along with co-workers and all other management staff.
• Ability to work safely, and wear all personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Will train as necessary allowing ninety (90) days to reach and maintain minimum daily production standards.

• Ability to speak effectively and communicate with others.
• Applies broad knowledge of products when speaking with others.
• Read, write, and communicate in English.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables and in situations where only limited experience may exist. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, full range of body motion to include lifting, twisting, bending reaching outward, pushing, pulling, bending, and stooping.
• Perform critical tasks such as Visual Acuity Near Visual Acuity, clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less Far Visual Acuity, clarity of vision at approximately 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well Peripheral Vision.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs. or more.
• Stand on concrete surfaces, and can be exposed to indoor manufacturing environment with exposure to noise from equipment.
• Climb stairs
• Must have the ability to work in a refrigerated environment of 35 to 45 degrees
  
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• The job is fast-paced and the ability to deal with stress is essential.

Full-time regular positions that work Monday through Friday, generally work 8 hours per day, with minimal overtime. Travel is not required for this position.

Our company is a privately owned manufacturing company. We value a diverse work environment and encourage qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, gender, and age. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.