Production Operator

Darigold is seeking a motivated Production Operator to be part of Darigold's Chehalis, Washington plant. The Production Operator must possess the desire and ability to contribute to the success of the Chehalis plant. As a member of the Operations team, the Production Operator will work with others to achieve team goals. The Production Operator's role is to work independently without direct supervision in a fast-paced environment. This is a union position.

What You Will Need:

• Ability to work independently and safely without direct supervision in a fast- paced environment.

• Attention to detail, must be able to complete multiple and/or repetitive tasks.

• Ability to maintain legible, accurate documentation.

• Work with others to achieve team goals.

• Must be able to maintain reliable attendance and timeliness.

• Must be capable of heavy lifting (up to 56 pounds).

• Ability to stand for entire shift and climb stairs routinely.

• Ability and commitment to consistently follow instructions and training provided, work while wearing required personal protective equipment, and comply with all other job safety and food safety standards.

• Experience working in a food processing/manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.

• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays. This facility operates 24/7/365.

• Responsible for reporting any workplace or food safety concerns immediately to the Supervisor.

• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits of Working at Darigold

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We're proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package - that includes:

• Health and Welfare plans

• Paid vacation, sick and holidays

• Pension contribution

• Community giving through matching donations

• Employee Assistance Program

• Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program

• Hourly compensation range: $23.30- $29.12 based on contract brackets

• Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable)

Our Commitment to Diversity

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to su