Production Operator – Autoclave
Hughes Recruiting, Lena, IL, United States
Production Operator
Autoclave: Lena, Illinois
Our customer in Lena, Illinois is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented individual to join their team as a Production Operator
Autoclave to work full-time on 1st shift. In this role, you will support the production of brie, goat, and feta cheese by operating autoclave equipment and assisting with key production and sanitation processes in a food manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities of the Production Operator
Autoclave:
Operate autoclave equipment while monitoring temperature and pressure settings.
Move product in and out of the autoclave safely for processing.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) during all production steps.
Complete required production and process documentation accurately.
Perform daily and weekly sanitation and cleaning tasks following SSOP guidelines.
Verify production parameters and report any issues or deviations to leadership.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout the shift.
Work as part of a production team to meet daily output goals.
Production Operator
Autoclave Requirements and Qualifications:
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs. frequently.
Ability to push or pull palletized product using a pallet jack.
Ability to work in environments with heat, cold, humidity, noise, and chemicals.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience in food manufacturing preferred but not required.
Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions.
Cheesemaker license required for level 3 roles (if applicable).
Forklift experience and certification required for material handling duties (if applicable).
Pay for Production Operator
Autoclave:
$18.00/hour.
Production Operator
Autoclave Benefits:
Health insurance.
Paid time off.
401k with company match.
Paid weekly.
Direct deposit.
Paid training.
Type: 1st Shift, Full-time.
Schedule: Monday
Friday starting at 6:00am until work is complete. Some weekends may be required. During slow season, hours may be reduced to 34 days per week.
Autoclave: Lena, Illinois
Our customer in Lena, Illinois is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented individual to join their team as a Production Operator
Autoclave to work full-time on 1st shift. In this role, you will support the production of brie, goat, and feta cheese by operating autoclave equipment and assisting with key production and sanitation processes in a food manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities of the Production Operator
Autoclave:
Operate autoclave equipment while monitoring temperature and pressure settings.
Move product in and out of the autoclave safely for processing.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) during all production steps.
Complete required production and process documentation accurately.
Perform daily and weekly sanitation and cleaning tasks following SSOP guidelines.
Verify production parameters and report any issues or deviations to leadership.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout the shift.
Work as part of a production team to meet daily output goals.
Production Operator
Autoclave Requirements and Qualifications:
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs. frequently.
Ability to push or pull palletized product using a pallet jack.
Ability to work in environments with heat, cold, humidity, noise, and chemicals.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience in food manufacturing preferred but not required.
Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions.
Cheesemaker license required for level 3 roles (if applicable).
Forklift experience and certification required for material handling duties (if applicable).
Pay for Production Operator
Autoclave:
$18.00/hour.
Production Operator
Autoclave Benefits:
Health insurance.
Paid time off.
401k with company match.
Paid weekly.
Direct deposit.
Paid training.
Type: 1st Shift, Full-time.
Schedule: Monday
Friday starting at 6:00am until work is complete. Some weekends may be required. During slow season, hours may be reduced to 34 days per week.