Production Operator (1st shift) - DICP
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Job overview
Wells Enterprises is hiring a Production Operator (1st shift) - DICP. The Production Operator works under immediate supervision to operate specific machinery, perform complex mechanical set‑ups, and act as a group leader on the production line, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency while maintaining a clean work environment.
Key focus areas include Perform work in compliance with standard operating procedures and rotate through line stations as needed, Complete accurate quality check sheets and take corrective actions for non‑compliant product holds, and Maintain standard run rates while increasing efficiency and reducing shrink.
Preferred (not required): Operate Specific Machinery, Perform Complex Mechanical Set-ups, Set Up Production Lines, and Operate Production Lines.
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Full job description
Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)
Functional Area: Operations
The Role
Under immediate supervision, the Machine Operator will work under immediate supervision, operate specific machinery and perform more complex mechanical set-ups, including set up and operation of production lines. Acts as a group leader. Makes minor adjustments and verifies quality of own work.
What You’ll Do
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Performs work in compliance with standard operating procedures and rotate through various stations on the lines where needed, to ensure production needs are met.
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Perform and complete accurate and timely quality check sheets as defined on machine checklist and understand noncompliant product holds and make corrective actions as needed.
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Perform standard run rates, along with increasing efficiency and reducing shrink by playing an active role with the team members to meet company goals.
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Maintains an organized, clean and safe work environment.
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Complies with safety policies, participates in the plant's safety program and is proactive with Safety concerns.
Shift: This is a 1st shift position.
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Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny , Halo Top , Bomb Pop , and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand , Baby Ruth , Nutella and Kinder Bueno .
Wells Enterprises is a 2 billion company employing 4,000 employees , across 4 production plants and 2 main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars . Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams.
As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero’s global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment.
At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition. Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com .
What We Offer
At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here (https://wellsenterprisesinc.com/news/benefits) .
Requisition ID : 2209543
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