Shag Truck/Production Operator - BVC

To operate the shag truck and assist various areas within the plant while maintaining efficient production processes according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in order to meet customer specifications.

• Operate the shag truck in accordance with established procedures including the following:
• Check engine oil and fuel up truck at set intervals
• Move trailers to and from poultry processing plant to poultry by-products plant
• Weigh trailers as directed
• Unload product being hauled
• Perform trailer wash out after every load adhering to cleaning standards (approx. 8-10 loads per day)
• Maintain cleanliness of raw receiving area (washing floors, walls, equipment, etc.)
• Assure proper unrestricted traffic flow around the plant
• Fill in as a production operator as needed.
• Operate production equipment under the supervision of the shift supervisor.
• Operate pallet jack and forklift.
• Maintain a clean work area including proper care and storage of tools/equipment.
• Perform preventive and light maintenance of equipment.
• Follow all safety protocol.
• Daily inventory of raw and finished good

• Ability to work safely and be quality conscious.
• Ability to prepare and operate all machinery.
• General knowledge of production/manufacturing methods.
• Ability to read gauges and record data in a legible manner and in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to track and monitor cooker operations.
• Ability to understand and follow established work procedures, including mandated sanitary and safety guidelines.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to operate forklift/pallet jack.
• Ability to work varying work schedules.
• Ability to communicate in oral and written form.
• Ability to interpret and work from oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Ability to move freely throughout plant with sustained physical/mental effort to climb and clean equipment and work areas.
• Ability to remain calm and professional at all times.
• Knowledge and experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to troubleshoot malfunction and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems beyond scope of normality.
• Ability to cooperate with all team members.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work daily, weekends and overtime as necessary.
• Ability to assist in all work areas.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED certificate preferred.

Experience:

Previous work experience in agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred