Production Associate - Machine Operator Trainee (1st Shift)
About The Position
Ornua is a purpose-driven, values-led co-operative creating value for Irish dairy farming families through our global operations. With 10 business units, 16 production facilities, and in-market teams across the world, we operate through two divisions — Ornua Foods, which markets our iconic consumer brands including Kerrygold and Pilgrims Choice, and Ornua Ingredients, which provides innovative, customized dairy ingredient solutions to our customers. Our Values lie at the core of everything we do. Our five values encourage us to Seek and Embrace New Ideas, Make It Happen, Be Our True Selves, Show You Care, and Achieve Great Things Together. We invest in our people and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Career progression opportunities, including global mobility. Comprehensive benefits with region-specific offerings. Ornua is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information. Ornua is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact Ornua People Services at 833-450-2385 or peopleservicesus@ornua.com. This employer participates in E-Verify, a federal program that verifies the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. As part of the hiring process, information provided on your Form I-9 will be submitted to the E-Verify system. E-Verify compares your information to records maintained by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration.For more information about E-Verify, please visit www.e-verify.gov.
Requirements
- Prior food manufacturing experience
- Prior Machine Operator Experience
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and perform repetitive motions
- Ability to stand/walk for 10 consecutive hours
- Willingness to work in a food manufacturing environment with variable temperatures
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- Ability to use hands to grasp, grip and manipulate boxes or product
- Basic math skills
- Ability to communicate in English
Nice To Haves
- 5 years of Food Manufacturing Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Solid work history
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.
- Machine maintenance experience
Responsibilities
- Monitoring equipment for optimal performance.
- Troubleshooting minor mechanical issues.
- Open barrels, blocks, or bags of cheese and other ingredients
- Ensure recycling and garbage in the plant are emptied to allow smooth production
- Weigh ingredients to the specified amount per individual batch sheets
- Use knives and wires to cut and trim ingredients to correct weights
- Place bags of cheese into boxes and send through for taping and boxing
- Stack packed boxes of cheese onto pallets
- Transfer ingredients from the scale to pick-up tables
- Load cheese into grinders (heavy lifting required)
- Maintain clean and safe work areas
- Perform additional job duties as required by leadership efficiently and safely.
- Consistent attendance and performance
- Adhere to all Company and Departmental procedures.
- Follow all Safety, Food Safety, GMP and HACCP practices.
Benefits
- Career progression opportunities, including global mobility.
- Comprehensive benefits with region-specific offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
