Production Line Operator

We're looking for a dependable and experienced Production Line Operator who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a fast-paced production environment. If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy problem-solving, and thrive in a role where your attention to detail makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Production Line Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of your assigned production line. Working alongside Production Line team members, you'll help ensure production runs are completed according to schedule while meeting quality, food safety, and workplace safety standards.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Equipment Operation & Production

• Set up, operate, monitor, and shut down production equipment (dicers, cutters, slicers, shredders, wash systems, and packaging machinery); verify specifications, settings, and materials before each run.
• Monitor output and make routine adjustments to maintain safe, consistent operations, ensuring products meet quality standards for appearance, cut size, freshness, and packaging.

Troubleshooting & Changeovers

• Troubleshoot routine equipment and production issues, escalating when necessary to limit downtime and waste.
• Perform product changeovers, cleaning, and sanitation procedures.

Safety, Compliance & Communication

• Follow food safety, HACCP, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements; complete related documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate production status, quality concerns, and equipment issues to the Lead Hand or Supervisor.

Team Support

• Support Production Line Workers with equipment operation and procedures, assist with training new employees, and perform Production Line Worker duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

(Minimum acceptable qualifications, experience & personal qualities required by the job holder)

• Previous production, food manufacturing, processing, packaging, kitchen or comparable equipment-operating experience; one year of related experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to learn and safely operate production equipment.
• Ability to independently follow production specifications, work instructions and established operating procedures.
• Ability to identify basic equipment, product-quality and workflow issues and take appropriate action within established procedures.
• Good verbal and written communication skills (English).
• Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to safely bend, twist and lift up to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Ability to walk and stand for the duration of scheduled shift.
• Ability to learn and apply knife skills.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment.

REQUIRED (will be provided by Islands West if needed):

• Hepatitis A Vaccination

BENEFITS:

• Extended healthcare benefits eligibility
• Employee discounts on products.
• Development opportunities.