Job Position: Processing Operator

Location: Joplin, MO 64804
Pay Rate: $17.50/hr
Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:30 PM - 1:30 AM

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel, Oklahoma’s largest staffing provider for over 30 years, has expanded to Joplin! We’re excited to announce openings for Processing Operators with a leading local company. This temp-to-hire opportunity is perfect for experienced professionals looking for stability and growth in a manufacturing environment.

Bilingual Spanish speakers are welcome to apply! Hablamos Español!

Job Description

This is a versatile role in manufacturing processes, reporting directly to shift managers. Responsibilities include inbound operations, milling, mixing, die roll, and oven activities.

Primary Responsibilities

Mill and Mixing Rooms / Die Roll:

• Schedule and batch commodities and/or meat slurry into accurate batches using hammer mill mixing and screening systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and downtime repairs on equipment.
• Collaborate with maintenance/engineering for system upgrades and improvements.
• Conduct quality checks and complete documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Promote a team environment through teamwork and self-management.
• Perform QC tasks such as metal checks, date code inspection, item number checks, and dump logs.

Ovens:

• Safely operate oven/dryer equipment while ensuring product quality.
• Complete all necessary reports accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with QA to address and resolve quality issues, ensuring target specifications are met.
• Report downtimes immediately to Manager, Maintenance, or QA when not resolvable by the operator.
• Meet or exceed productivity goals for the shift.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum 3 years of production experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Reliable transportation and stable work history.
• Capable of working at elevated heights and in confined spaces.
• Fluent in English (ability to understand production schedules and communicate effectively).
• Knowledge of food safety, GMP, GHOP, HACCP, and SPC principles.
• Adaptable to temperature extremes and environmental factors such as dust, dirt, and chemicals.
• Strong inventory control skills.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift heavy materials (PPE provided).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with daily production schedules and operational execution.
• Effective communication of production, quality, or critical business information to managers and team members.

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire

• Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Disability Coverage: Short- & Long-Term Disability.
• Retirement: 401(k) Match.
• Bonuses: Monthly Production Bonuses.
• Time Off: Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave.
• Additional benefits not listed here!

Job Order #: 119781