Job Title: Production Operator 

Property of: CJ Bio America

          1946 Harvest Ave.

          Fort Dodge, Iowa  50501

Job #: PROD_Operator

REV: 10/15/2025

Department: Production

Reports to: Supervisor  

Career Path: T

Function: Production

■Full-Time        □Temp  

□ Part-Time

□ Exempt

■ Non-Exempt

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the operation of plant processing equipment in a highly automated manufacturing facility. Operators are required to maintain knowledge of the process flow, computerized equipment and be aware of hazards associated with the process. The team member in this position is responsible for understanding and executing standard operation procedures and is expected to ensure proper response during normal and abnormal operation situations.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

Monitor and operate assigned production process using HMI control software in order to ensure operation is within normal parameters

Maintain knowledge of the process flow, computerized equipment and be aware of hazards associated with the process

Responsible for understanding and executing standard operation procedures and is expected to ensure proper response during normal and abnormal operation situations

Monitor density, tank levels, equipment and process conditions (temperature, vacuum pressure, pump current);

Collect and test samples, such as specific gravity, concentration, pH, optical density, etc., to ensure level of quality

Monitor test results and make appropriate production adjustments

Maintain a clean work area

Performs equipment maintenance and repair as necessary

Follow all safety and regulatory requirements at all times

Accurately and legibly record sample and process data

Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

Computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Excel

Ability to operate HMI computer software

Problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Excellent organizational skills, communications skills, the ability to multi-task, and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team.

Ability to work in a safe manner

Attention to detail;

Analytical ability

Knowledge of general chemistry or science

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position works 12-hour shifts (36 / 48 hours per week alternating, rotating nights & days every 4 weeks), which includes days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.     

This position works in a manufacturing environment, which includes exposures to moving mechanical parts, high noise levels, vibrations, varying atmospheric conditions and temperatures, hazardous chemicals, high pressure steam, dust, and water

Ability to remain in a stationary position up to 60% of shift

This position frequently ascends/descends stairs extensively, walks extended distances, and close distance vision, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Occasionally requires confined space entry, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, and ascending/descending ladders

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma/GED

Manufacturing experience preferred