SCHEDULE: Monday to Thursday 6:30p-5:00a, Friday 4:00p-2:30a, Saturday 12:00p-7:00p. Schedule subject to change based on business need.

WHAT’S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS?  WE ARE!

As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world’s best companies, Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level.  We provide a family- oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Production Worker effectively and efficiently performs tasks to prepare food production runs following established safety, quality and production standards for drying, freezing, dry processing, wet processing, sifting, grinding, boxing, re-boxing and packaging.  The tasks include disassembling, assembling, sanitizing, transporting, loading, unloading, and setting-up materials, supplies and equipment as well assisting in the tending of various machines used in the production process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform work functions, as part of a team or independently, with some instructions. 
• Support peers and contribute as a positive team member. Communicate professionally.
• Reports issues with safety, quality, operational procedures, or HR concerns appropriately to the person in charge.  Identifies opportunities for improvement.  Reminds peers of the correct procedures and reports non-compliance.
• Display punctuality and dependability through excellent attendance.
• Respond to management instructions, make excellent decisions, and complete tasks on time.  Remain actively involved in learning.
• Support the development of peers by helping others to learn and grow. Assist with teaching new staff procedures when needed. 
• Start up and operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner.  Move and set up equipment when necessary. Prepare equipment for shift change.
• Follow all General Manufacturing Procedures (GMP's) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) while working. This includes wearing masks, safety glasses, protective equipment, ear plugs, etc. Remind co-workers of these expectations. 
• Actively identify and report issues with product quality or handling; Complete all training required for these procedures.
• Perform Critical Control Point (CCP) checks in production rooms and verifications during production processes.
• Follow all required safety standards and participate actively with training to ensure the safety of self and of co-workers.
• Know the required Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.  Participate in all LOTO procedures in a work area.  Understand LOTO procedures throughout the plant. Immediately stop any improper LOTO procedures.
• Responsible for completing extensive cleaning and sanitation procedures for production equipment using cleaning chemicals, pressure hoses and other standard cleaning tools.
• Complete weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cleaning tasks according to a schedule. 
• Lead safety stretching and participate in team or shift meetings.
• Able and available to work overtime as required in order to meet production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB EXPERIENCE:

• No experience required; 3-6 months of previous production experience preferred.
• Previous forklift experience a plus.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Basic writing/reading skills preferred.  Basic computer skills and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) scanner use may be required in certain plants or work areas.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Count items and report weights accurately.  This position requires the employee to count, track, and make adjustments to inventory in a work area.

EDUCATION:

• Forklift certification may be required. Education and certification will be provided as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, walking, using hands and arms to feel and reach. 
• Ability to walk up and down stairs and ramps.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Regularly or routinely lifting or handling boxes/bags/equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Routinely bending, stooping, and kneeling. 
• Regularly pushing or pulling sizeable equipment from a standing position.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Use of personal protective equipment including respirators, hearing protection, eye protection, and head protection.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work in a dusty, cold, hot, humid, wet, loud, or outdoor work environment depending on the assigned work area.
• Primarily works in a production environment with minimal administrative duties. 

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified.