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About the Role

As an Operations Specialist, you will operate and clean various high-speed batching, filling, and packaging equipment in a food manufacturing environment. This role supports business operational goals for safety, quality, cost, and service, and requires the ability to lift up to 50lbs. This is a union position and requires membership in the BCTGM Union, Local 53 after a 60-day probationary period.

Responsibilities

Complete production, quality, and operational records per company and regulatory agency standards.
Support production activities in keeping with effective operations.
Support the achievement of company objectives, goals, strategies and measurements.
Consult with plant personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment to improve production and quality.
Develop relationships with team members built on mutual trust and respect.
Support and participate in developing and implementing operating methods and procedures to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
Ensure plant sanitation and safety levels meet or exceed Beech-Nut and regulatory standards.
Ensure compliance to all PPE and GMP standards.
Develop systems to ensure Beech-Nut operating standards are followed.
Participate in local, state, and federal regulatory agency inspections.
Use lean tools (5S, VSM, OEE, etc.).
Support manufacturing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including safety, quality, cost (waste, efficiency, defects), and service.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
Associates degree or beyond highly desired.
Flexibility in availability for scheduled shifts is required (e.g., 1st, 2nd, 3rd, weekend work).
Basic computer skills.
Experience in manufacturing with responsibility for production processing, packaging, and maintenance preferred.
Introductory experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), preferred.
Basic Lean Knowledge a plus.
Ability to manage a dynamic environment with a high degree of complexity.
Strong attention to detail and results orientation.
Good communicator (both written and verbal).
Excellent collaborative and team player with strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proven influencing, negotiating, and conflict management skills.
Proactive approach to issue/opportunity identification and resolution.
Committed to making safe food for babies and toddlers.

Skills

Lean tools (5S, VSM, OEE, etc.)
ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)
Communication
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Teamwork

Location

Amsterdam, New York

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

Manufacturing experience preferred
Introductory ERP experience preferred
Basic Lean Knowledge a plus

Education Level

High school diploma or GED preferred
Associate's degree or beyond highly desired

Salary/Compensations

$25.01 per hour
$0.60 shift differential for 2nd shift
$0.65 shift differential for 3rd shift
Overtime calculated daily
Pay is weekly

Benefits

Comprehensive union-benefit package (mandatory enrollment)
Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription coverage
Union pension plan
Dental coverage
401(k) retirement benefits
Paid holidays
Paid floating holiday
New York State paid sick time
Paid vacation after the first year (starting with one week, up to six weeks after twenty-five years of service)
Tuition assistance
Access to an online learning system (LMS)
Robust on-the-job (OTJ) training programs
Opportunities to volunteer and support the local community
Generous maternity/paternity benefits
Baby food coupon program until child's 2nd birthday
Service awards
Perfect attendance incentive program
Company-provided uniforms & PPE
Safety shoe reimbursement
On-site fitness center
On-site café
On-site Company Store
Private on-site Mother’s Room

About the Company

Beech-Nut Nutrition Company is a leading provider of nutritious, safe, and wholesome baby foods made with real ingredients.
The company's mission is to Delight Consumers by Conserving the Goodness of Nature.
Values include Create wow, Everyone Hero, Nourish others, & Take Responsibility.
Operates a LEED® certified production facility.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.