Job Description:The production operator is part of an overall team which also includes maintenance technicians and truck drivers. The overall team is responsible for producing high quality animal feed in a safe and efficient manner.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:? Working with machines, equipment & computer systems to produce animal feed? Completing required paperwork for assigned tasks? Following manufacturing practices & safety policies? Following housekeeping standards? Operation of plant equipment to achieve daily production targets? Performing troubleshooting and minor repairs on machines? Communicating any changes in product flow, equipment malfunctions, shortages or deviations from specifications to Team Lead or Maintenance? Collecting raw material and final product samples and performing tests to ensure raw material and final product meet specifications? Measuring & weighing of ingredients? Following quality standards and ensuring proper documentation for feed safetyPREFERRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION:? Willingness and ability to learn; strong team and interpersonal skills? Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision? Positive work ethic and attitude, attention to detail? Ability to lift 25 kg? Strong oral and written communication skills? Basic computer knowledge? Experience in production/manufacturing environment will be considered an asset
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