Standby Operator-LF

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

This duties of this position may involve operating machines for long periods and repetitive bending and lifting of 50 lbs frequently. Shifts may vary during a week and days off may not be consecutive. The Standby Operator covers down where there is the most need. There is no guarantee of what shift will be worked week to week but will be scheduled weekly.

• After 90 Working Days, Receive $500.00
• After 1 Year of Employment, Receive $1000.00

• Daily Operations of filling and packaging equipment in a production line setting
• Operations of equipment in key areas of dairy processing
• Compliance with New York State regulations
• Adherence to all plant GMP and sanitation policies.
• Compliance with all OSHA regulations as well as 100% plant safety policies.
• Following all guidelines and rules associated with local unions CBA.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment; performs general plant cleaning and grounds maintenance
• Maintain and complete required environmental and production paperwork. Accurate documentation.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with external agencies (sanitation authorities, equipment vendors, etc)
• Support SQF by completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Maintain positive relationships with plant supervisors and managers

• Perform above functions in assigned areas of responsibility
• Perform assigned duties with minimal supervision
• Respond and perform assigned duties in a timely manner
• Perform assigned duties following "GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES".
• Attend Daily Production Meeting if required.
• Maintain records and logs as required.
• Support change over and start up of assigned area.
• Attend all mandatory training

• GED or High School Diploma
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred
• Basic Computer Skill preferred
• Excellent Troubleshoot Experience
• Ability to work well with people
• Communication skills are a must
• Multi-tasked Individual
• Ability to work independently

• Standing:
  Long periods (a minimum of 8+ hours)
• Sitting:
  Occasionally for short periods
• Walking:
  Long periods
• Bending:
  Frequently
• Lifting:
  Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently
• Carrying:
  Heavy (40-60 lbs) frequently distance
• Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is $23.34 - $23.34 USD

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

"VERVRAA Federal Contractor"

For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.