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Operator II - 2nd shift; pre-weight

Job in Hillside, Union County, New Jersey, 07205, USA
Listing for: Stratas Foods
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-05
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Production Associate / Production Line
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18.15 USD Hourly USD 18.15 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Operator II - 2nd shift (pre-weight)

Overview

Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined strengths and expertise of these two great parent companies, laid down over the course of over 200 years of combined experience. Stratas Foods is committed to providing value added, branded and custom formulated fats and oils solutions to the Food Service, Food Ingredient and Retail sectors.

At Stratas Foods we are committed to being the most valued supplier of fats, oils, dressings, mayonnaise and salad dressings to the private label retail bottled oils market in the United States.

Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX;
Decatur and Quincy, IL;
Englewood, NJ;
Hillside, NJ;
Fresno, CA;
Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN. We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees. We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.

Responsibilities
  • Operate filling equipment, cappers, labelers, sealers, and related production machinery.
  • Determine and perform machine adjustments based on product specifications and material requirements.
  • Set stops, guides, and machine parameters according to specifications.
  • Monitor machine operations to detect product defects or equipment malfunctions.
  • Actively identify mechanical issues that may lead to downtime and report them promptly.
  • Stop, reset, and clear equipment jams; report impairments to the Production Supervisor.
  • Record downtime reasons accurately in the CDC system.
  • Support production line operations during Leader absences by maintaining equipment operation, monitoring quality, and promptly escalating issues as needed.
  • When assigned to pre-weigh room operations, the Operator II will:

  • Accurately weigh and prepare spices and raw ingredients according to batch sheets, formulas, and production schedules.
  • Ensure ingredients are properly labeled, sealed, stored, and staged to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Record lot numbers, weights, and required traceability information accurately and timely.
  • Operate scales, blenders, dispensing equipment, and related tools safely and accurately.
  • Perform basic quality checks of raw materials (visual inspection, odor, and condition).
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Pre-Weigh Room in accordance with GMP and sanitation requirements.
  • Assist with allergen clean-outs when switching between products or formulas.
  • Coordinate with Mixers and Operators to ensure timely delivery of pre-weighed ingredients.
  • Assist with inventory counts and notify supervision of shortages or discrepancies.
  • Assist with receiving and storing raw materials and help verify deliveries against specifications.
  • Identify and report out-of-specification materials, documentation errors, or safety hazards.
  • Work collaboratively across departments to meet daily production goals.
  • Additional duties as required by direct Supervisor or Manager.
  • Qualifications
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Ability to perform basic math necessary for accurate weighing, measuring, and documentation in a food manufacturing environment.
    • Experience operating in a fast paced, ready to eat food facility a plus
    • Ability to be self-guided and motivated to operate independently
    • Strong multi-tasking skills
    • Ability to work well under pressure
    • Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
    • 2-3 years of experience in a similar role and industry
    Additional Information

    Additional Information:
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers; reach; stretch; bend; kneel; crouch; climb; balance; etc.

    The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

    Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision and peripheral vision.

    Working Conditions

    The job is performed in a manufacturing plant environment. Exposure to loud noises, dust, dirt, heat, sparks, oil, and smoke will occur. Personal protective equipment (safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, appropriate clothing) is required in manufacturing plants.

    Sensory:
    Ability to hear, see, speak, smell and touch well is necessary to perform basic essential task.

    Pay

    Pay Range: $18.15

    Benefits

    Medical, Dental, Vision

    EEO and Notices

    Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law,…

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