Job Description
Job Description
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FOOD PRODUCTION OPERATOR - 2nd & 3rd shift
Location : Holland, MI
Compensation : $20.00 per hour +$2.00 Shift Premium
Shift : 2nd Shift : Monday-Friday, 2 : 00-10 : 30pm, willing to work overtime if needed.
3rd Shift : Sunday-Thursday, 10 : 00-6 : 30am, willing to work overtime if needed.
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Position Summary
As a Technical Operator at Hudsonville Ice Cream, you will play a key hands-on role in producing, packaging, and preparing our ice cream products across multiple production platforms. You will operate, monitor, and troubleshoot a variety of automated and mechanical equipment, ensuring production runs efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.
This role involves ingredient handling, batching, freezing, filling, palletizing, and sanitation processes. You will work closely with team members, maintenance technicians, and leadership to meet safety, quality, and production goals while maintaining compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety standards.
The ideal candidate is dependable, mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Success in this role requires initiative, a strong work ethic, and commitment to The Hudsonville Way by demonstrating teamwork, positivity, and responsibility in every aspect of production.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Attendance and Workplace Conduct
- Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Work scheduled overtime, including Saturdays, as required
Physical and Technical Abilities
Maintain good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterityDemonstrate strong multi-tasking and problem-solving abilitiesProduction and Ingredient Handling
Assist with receiving bulk ingredients (e.g., yogurt and inclusions)Support the mixing and batching of ice cream base according to standardsReceive, stage, weigh, and label ingredients accuratelyOperate freezing, filling, and novelty production equipmentAssist with palletizing and preparing finished products for shipmentSafety, Compliance, and Quality Control
Follow all GMPs, allergen control, and food safety proceduresOperate equipment safely and according to standard operating proceduresAccurately complete production, quality, and sanitation documentationSanitation and Cleanliness
Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot cleaning processPerform Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures and sanitation connectionsConduct thorough cleaning and sanitation of all equipmentMaintain a safe, clean, and organized work areaEquipment Operation and Maintenance
Monitor equipment performance and perform basic maintenanceCollaborate with maintenance technicians to resolve equipment issuesTeam Collaboration and Training
Support cross-training initiatives to build team flexibilitySupport a team-oriented environment through active communication and collaborationDisclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities
from time to time, as needed.
Qualifications :
Education & Experience
High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)Prior manufacturing or food production experience (preferred but not required)Forklift certification or ability to obtain is a plusSkills & Competencies
Basic to intermediate math skills (weighing, measuring, calculating)Demonstrates initiative and problem-solving abilitiesApply critical thinking to troubleshoot issues independentlyExcellent teamwork and communication skillsAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced production environmentComfortable working with technology and automated equipmentCommitted to maintaining a safe and clean work environment, adhering to all safety protocolsStrong mechanical aptitude and understanding of equipment functionalityAttention to detail with a focus on product qualityPhysical Requirements
Manual Dexterity : Perform repetitive tasks with both hands and maintain strong hand-eye coordination.Mobility : Stand for extended periods (up to 9 hours) with frequent walking, bending, reaching, and crouching.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Compliance : Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and bump or hard hats as needed.Physical Strength : Lift, push, or pull up to 30-50 lbs. regularly from ground to waist or chest height; occasionally handle heavier items with assistance.Responsiveness and Communication : Respond quickly to alarms and equipment sounds and communicate clearly in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.Visual and Hearing Acuity : Sufficient vision and hearing, with or without correction, to safely navigate the work environment, detect hazards, and respond to equipment alarms or other auditory signals.Working at Heights : Safely climb ladders and work at heights as needed.WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work in a manufacturing facility with active industrial equipment, varying temperatures, and noise levels.Environments may be wet, damp, or cool (35°ree;–45°ree;F).Areas may include flashing / strobe lights and strong magnetic fields that could impact certain medically implanted devices.Benefits :
401(k) with matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insurance