It is an exciting time to join the Fortress Nutrition team! As we continue to grow rapidly, we are building a brand new 3rd shift operations team to expand our high-speed canning/beverage production capabilities.

The training schedule of this position will be as follows:

• Week 1: 6:00am-4:30pm
• Until 3rd Shift Launch: Flexible with start time for training, training will be 10 hour shifts

The standard hours of this position will be 10:00pm-6:30am, Monday-Friday.

We are looking for motivated self-starters who want to contribute to the success of our new team, achieve personal growth, develop a meaningful career and celebrate wins in a teamwork-focused environment.

Job Summary: Working as part of the Beverage Operations team and under the supervision of the 3rd Shift Beverage Operations Supervisor, the Operator is responsible for operating the high-speed canning/beverage production line equipment and creating, producing, and packaging products while collaborating with their team of peers.
What You'll Do:

• Setup, operate and maintain all packaging equipment, including filler, seamer, and packing equipment to ensure quality and efficiency of product output
• Troubleshoot any/all issues immediately as they arise on the high-speed canning machinery, including the filler, seamer, packing, etc.
• Document all canning line and repack QA checks for accuracy following Good Documentation Practices
• Notify maintenance of any equipment/mechanical issues and necessary repairs with strong sense of urgency to minimize production delays
• Safely, efficiently and effectively work to attain department and company goals and objectives
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMPs, and maintain sanitary conditions to ensure equipment and product quality is maintained at all times
• Perform all duties with strict attention-to-detail to ensure product is packaged properly and efficiently, meeting all client requirements and standards
• Perform physical inventory of packaging materials and notify supervision of replenishment needs in a timely manner
• Communicate all production-related concerns and matters to the supervisor timely and as they arise for immediate attention
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• 1 year of machine operating experience, preferably on high-speed packaging equipment, is required
• Previous experience in the food/beverage industry, with an understanding of food safety & quality requirements, is desired
• Mechanical knowledge to understand, operate and troubleshoot high-speed production line equipment
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must be able to work overtime and occasional weekends as needed to fulfill production needs
• Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment; kneel, crouch and use foot/feet to operate machinery
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment up to 50 pounds; bend at the waist; climb or balance
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to ten (10) or more hours in a single shift

Why Fortress Nutrition – Check Out Our Company Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
• 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Double Time Pay for 50 Hours Per Workweek
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• HSA Option with Quarterly Company Contribution
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match & Aggressive ROI
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• $1,500 Referral Bonus - Uncapped!
• ...and more!!!

About Us: Fortress Nutrition is a full-service dry powder & nutritional supplement, and ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage contract manufacturing partner. From research and development to manufacturing and packaging, we partner with small to large clients to provide them with all their contract manufacturing and logistics needs. To learn more about Fortress Nutrition, please visit our website at www.fortressllc.com! 

Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.