Production Line Worker

Production Line WorkerProduction Line Worker is responsible for operating machinery and performing various tasks throughout the vegetable oil, line, and production process, including receiving raw materials, cleaning, processing, refining, filtering, packaging, and quality control checks, while adhering to safety and hygiene regulations within a manufacturing facility.Essential duties and responsibilities include:Unloading and inspecting incoming deliveries of oilseeds (such as sunflowers) to ensure quality and quantity meet specifications.Operating cleaning equipment to remove impurities from oilseeds, including dehulling, cracking, and flaking processes.Operating oil extraction machinery to extract vegetable oil from the processed oilseeds.Performing refining steps like degumming, neutralization, bleaching, and deodorization to improve oil quality.Utilizing filtration systems to remove any remaining particles from the refined oil.Operating filling and sealing equipment to package the finished vegetable oil into containers, ensuring proper labeling and weight accuracy.Performing routine quality checks on oil samples throughout the production process, including tests for acidity, moisture content, and color, and documenting results.Performing basic cleaning and maintenance on production machinery to ensure optimal operation and prevent breakdowns.Adhering to strict safety procedures, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), following proper sanitation practices, and reporting any hazards.Performs other clerical duties.Skills and qualifications:Basic mechanical skills for equipment operation and troubleshootingAbility to follow detailed instructions and quality standardsAttention to detail and ability to identify quality issuesPhysical ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periodsBasic computer literacy for data entry and reportingEducation and/or training:High school diploma or equivalentPrevious experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in food processing or oil productionWork conditions:Office and warehouse environmentIndustrial manufacturing facility with exposure to noise, heat, and potential exposure to oil and chemicalsMay require working shifts including weekends and holidays depending on production demandsMust be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.Equal opportunity employer:HF Foods Group emphasizes and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability.