Extruder Operator

6 days ago


Decatur, Arkansas, United States Wellness Pet Company Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Extruder Operator to join our 3rd shift production team at the Wellness Pet Company. As an Extruder Operator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the production of high-quality pet food products.

Key Responsibilities
  • Set up, operate, and monitor processing equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Operate multiple types of processing equipment, including extrusion, injection molding, dryers, cutting, and packaging machinery according to scheduled production needs.
  • Maintain assigned production area, following safety procedures and cleanliness standards.
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and complete required food safety checks to ensure first-time right production.
  • Review and follow production schedule throughout shift.
  • Monitor product levels for extruders and ensure product is running according to job specifications.
  • Maintain batching room cleanliness according to sanitation sign-offs throughout work shift.
  • Operate forklift to stage ingredients according to production schedule.
  • Perform and document in-process quality checks on a periodic basis on representative samples to ensure that product is correctly produced/packaged.
  • Clean, disassemble, and reassemble line equipment to prepare machines for inspection and/or deep cleaning.
  • Changeover/set up machine for run by loading product, components, printer material, etc.; adjusting settings; checking the line; and obtaining line clearance to prepare equipment for next run.
  • Actively follow safety procedures and policies in all job tasks.
  • Follows and holds others accountable for following all company GMPs.
Requirements
  • Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to work in an environment which includes frequent exposure to elements such as odor, noise, heat, cold, dust, and chemicals.
  • Ability to read and understand process operating procedures.
Why Work for Wellness Pet

We care about the wellbeing of our people, their families, and their pets. So we treat every Wellie to a comprehensive benefits package full of extras to support their health, pets, passions, and professional development.



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