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Operator 1- 3rd Shift

American Sugar Refining
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2025

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

3rd Shift Operator
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

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!

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 (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

  • 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)

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.


Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of this Employer to comply with all applicable fair employment practices and equal opportunity laws in every country where our employees work, and to provide employment opportunities, as well as administer all terms and conditions of employment, to all qualified persons on an equal basis. The Employer prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by law.

 

Salary : $19 - $23

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