Equipment Operator

Location: Fernley NV**
Spanish-speaking skills strongly encouraged

Position Summary

Reporting to the Production Supervisor the Equipment Operator is responsible for maintaining a continuous supply of product to the Dry Prep hopper to support the Wet Prep area and dryers. This position plays a key role in maintaining efficient production flow while adhering to all safety sanitation and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail communication skills and a commitment to a clean and safe work environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Product Flow & Support

• Maintain a constant supply of onions to the wet prep area by keeping the hopper full.
• Verify and schedule trailer movement for the unloading area.
• Complete weight certificates after verifying trailer weight.
• Complete sample tickets and deliver bucket samples to the grade-out shed.
• Complete the Raw Material Receiving/Inventory checklist throughout the shift.
• Inform the Line Operator of any change in contract number.

Sanitation & Housekeeping

• Maintain a clean safe and sanitary work environment at all times.
• Keep the RMR area wet waste trailer area trailer staging area and nearby building entrance clean.
• Empty wet waste hoppers as needed.
• Empty and clean the dewatering screen before the end of each shift or as required.
• On sanitation days:
  • Wash and clean dry prep and wet prep areas.
  • Wash dryer coils.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Ensure all equipment checks are completed prior to operation.
• Verify fuel levels on equipment such as forklifts front-end loaders and yard trucks.
• Ensure tools and equipment are stored in designated areas during and after each shift.
• Report any safety concerns damaged equipment or mechanical issues to the Lead or Supervisor promptly.

Teamwork & Communication

• Support team members in the dehydration department as needed.
• Assist Dehydration (Dehy) with inspection and sanitation tasks.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers Leads and Supervisors.

Other Duties

• This position is not limited to the duties listed. Responsibilities may be changed expanded reduced or removed to meet business needs.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Ability to operate required equipment including forklift front-end loader and yard truck.
• Successful completion of Powered Industrial Truck Certification Training (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to bend climb lift and stoop as needed for job duties.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs consistently throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow direction effectively.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Ability to work in a dusty fast-paced and noisy production environment.
• Ability to work well in a team-driven atmosphere.
• Understanding of GMPs and safety regulations.
• Ability to wear all required PPE including hard hat gloves eye protection ear plugs and steel-toed/non-slip footwear.