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About the Role

KENT Nutrition, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies, has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Operator in Arcade, NY. This role supports production by operating equipment, meeting quality standards, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate extruder and mash mixing equipment following safety and GMP guidelines.
• Meet or exceed all product quality standards.
• Complete operation and mixing reports accurately and on time.
• Clean equipment and work areas as assigned to maintain sanitation.
• Prevent contamination by properly setting turnheads and ensuring bins are clean before use.
• Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance needs.
• Assist with dumping birdseed as needed.
• Adjust operations as needed to maintain product integrity.
• Follow production schedules and sequencing procedures, including flushing and clean-outs.
• Handle and load micro-ingredients safely, including lifting up to 55 lbs. to a height of at least 4 feet.
• Maintain clean, organized ingredient storage areas and follow FIFO practices.
• Perform scheduled cleaning, servicing, and quality assurance tests.
• Keep production running efficiently to support downstream operations.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of mixing activities and samples.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Plant Management.

Requirements

• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of feed manufacturing and willingness to learn and grow.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Understanding of feed mill equipment and layout.
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs. from floor to working height as job requires.

Location

• Arcade, NY

Work Type

• Weekend Opportunity
• Day Shift
• Night Shift

Salary/Compensations

• $21.00-$27.00 an hour

About the Company

• KENT Nutrition is a seven-time US Best Managed Company and a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies.