ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.
OVERVIEW
1st Shift: Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Flexibility to work Saturdays and Sundays as needed is required. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs.
The Operator is responsible for operating and troubleshooting a machine that performs one or more packaging functions such as filling, marking, labeling, banding, tying, packing, or wrapping containers, packets and poly-bags by performing the following duties:
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for machine start up and observation of possible malfunctions
Reports malfunctions to supervisor and makes minor adjustments or repairs (i.e. opening valves)
Feeds product to conveyors, hoppers, or other feeding devices; performs all necessary actions to
operate machine; unloads finished good.
Performs quality control by inspecting filled containers to ensure product is packed to spec. and
checking labels/stencils for correct lot number or shipping destination
Completes all necessary paperwork
Replenishes packaging supplies as necessary
Open to cross-functional training in all areas of operation
Work effectively and ensure that food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality are maintained.
Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging or
raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action.
All other duties as assigned
WORK EXPERIENCES
Food manufacturing experience preferred
1-3 years’ experience in manufacturing or similar industry preferred
Prior experience troubleshooting equipment
Prior experience operating a forklift preferred
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
HS Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES
Must be able to work overtime and weekends based on business needs
Must be able to continuously lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
Must possess great attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced industrial
environment
Must be able to understand verbal and written English
Results focused and detailed oriented
Ability to work well with others
Flexibility to perform other duties when necessary
COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this position is $19.00-$22.99/hour and will depend on the candidate’s
qualifications and prior experience.
Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription
drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life
insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.
Shift Differential: 2nd shift ($1.00); 3rd shift ($1.50)
ROBUST BENEFIT PACKAGE:
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Life Insurance
Disability insurance
Pet insurance
Critical care insurance
Accident insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401k with match
Quarterly bonus program
Vacation – 3 weeks/calendar year (prorated on start date)
9 Paid holidays
Paid sick time
Training & career growth opportunities
Plus, more!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.