Oven Operator

Description

ofi is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients and solutions. Through our core ingredient platforms that we’re known for globally – cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices – we partner with food and beverage manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice operators worldwide to help meet evolving consumer needs.  

 With deep roots in origin countries and close relationships with farmers, we help deliver quality, traceability, transparency, and resilient supply chains. By combining sourcing expertise, market knowledge, innovation, and technical capabilities, we create value for customers while driving positive impact for people and the planet. 

 Together, ofi employees advance our Purpose: to be the change for good food and a healthy future. 

 Position Summary:

ofi values in-person collaboration with colleagues – employees are expected to work their specific work schedule on site at their ofi location.

 Reporting to Production Supervisor & Plant Manager, the Dryer Operator will assume responsibility for running and maintaining the oven by checking heat, speed, and product quality. 

 What You’ll Do - Position Responsibilities:  

• Operators must pay attention to detail and be able to concentrate and be accurate in their responsibility of running the oven. 
• Handle the manufacturing operations of the oven from raw material to finished product. 
• Responsible for set up, monitoring, and adjusting oven temperature and time controls, to ensure a quality product. 
• Keep the oiler filled on the chain and make sure it is working properly. 
• All employees are directly responsible for the quality of OEN products. Each employee must perform their job function in accordance with the GMP Rules, sanitation, safety, and HACCP Programs. 
• Must follow safe work practices and comply with all company, federal, and state rules and regulations which apply to the job, including but not limited to, Right to Know, emergency evacuation, electrical safety, confined space, bloodborne pathogens, and lockout/tagout.   
• Sanitation   
• Maintain cleanliness of the oven room, make sure the skins, hearts and other debris are removed.    
• Keep all areas assigned to you on the sanitation schedule maintained.   
•         Execute special projects and other job-related activities as directed. 
• Perform other duties as assigned  

Experience You’ll Bring – Role Requirements:

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. 
• One to three years related experience and/or training is preferred, not required. 

This role is performed on site at a facility that regularly processes peanuts. Employees in this position will routinely work in areas where peanut-related allergens are present and may be exposed by contact or in the air. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role. 

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

 ofi provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. Build a Rewarding Career at ofi!    

 The pay for this role is $14.00 per hour and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.  

 Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future. 

A Culture of Well-being: Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family. 

Family Support: Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees. 

 Additional Perks That Make a Difference:   

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure. 
• Paid Sick Leave –   Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi. 
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments. 
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program. 
• Career Growth and Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities. 

 ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: 

US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com

 At ofi, we celebrate our diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.