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Production Operator-Forming Department Day Shift
full-time•Seward
About this role
The Production Operator will perform a variety of tasks involved in the manufacturing and packaging of freeze-drying protein ingredients for the pet food industry. Responsibilities include the safe and sanitary operation of manufacturing process equipment, food safety and quality inspection and other tasks as needed while ensuring compliance with environmental, health and safety policies.
- Work safely, complying with all safety, quality and sanitation policies and procedures and proactively identify and report potential safety hazards so they can be corrected.
- Adhere to production schedule as outlined by the supply chain team. Collect data for delays as they relate to production schedules
- Correctly carry out any required quality checks and constantly monitor the quality of the products through the manufacturing process.
- Operate all equipment as outlined in SOP, conduct set up and breakdown of equipment as required. Notify maintenance of mechanical problems and assist with basic troubleshooting.
- Cross-train to various positions within and possibly outside of the department.
- Move products manually or with assisted devices/equipment, following food safety and sanitary standards.
- Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures, carrying out duties following Good Manufacturing Practices and 5S practices, and being responsible for hygiene and housekeeping in a specified work area.
Qualifications
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work well both individually and within a group.
- Able & willing to work all shifts/schedules as needed
Work environment & Physical Demands:
- Lift to 60 pounds, climb stairs, kneel, stoop, sit, walk extensively throughout a 10 - 12-hour shift
- This position will be required to work frequently indoors in a cooled sanitary environment with temperatures 45 degrees or below.
- Frequently around loud production equipment.
Day Shift: Mon-Thu 6:30am-5:00pm
Starting Wage- $20.00/hour
What you'll do
- The Production Operator will perform tasks involved in the manufacturing and packaging of freeze-drying protein ingredients for the pet food industry. Responsibilities include safe operation of equipment, quality checks, and adherence to safety and sanitation policies.
About Scoular
Scoular, headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, is an employee-owned, $7.3B agribusiness company leading the way since 1892. We buy, sell, store, handle and process grain and ingredients by leveraging our global networks and expertise in international trade and transportation. Employing 1,250+ people in more than 100 offices and facilities in North America and Asia, we provide safe and reliable solutions to farmers, grain processors, biofuel producers, and manufacturers of animal feed, aquafeed and pet food as well as food, beverages and supplements.
Scoular is ranked 8th Largest U.S. Exporter (JOC, 2025).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Production Operator-Forming Department Day Shift do at Scoular?
As a Production Operator-Forming Department Day Shift at Scoular, you will: the Production Operator will perform tasks involved in the manufacturing and packaging of freeze-drying protein ingredients for the pet food industry. Responsibilities include safe operation of equipment, quality checks, and adherence to safety and sanitation policies..
Is the Production Operator-Forming Department Day Shift position at Scoular remote?
The Production Operator-Forming Department Day Shift position at Scoular is based in Seward, Nebraska, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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