Master Operator Trainer

Universal Corporation

. Operate and maintain knowledge of all processing equipment safely and efficiently .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeGrandview • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $29 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining food processing equipment while adhering to safety protocols and regulatory requirements. Proficient in training staff, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures, and maintaining high-quality production standards.

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Food Processing Equipment OperationKnowledge of Sanitation ProceduresForklift Operating SkillsMechanical AptitudeCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Food ProcessingEquipment MaintenanceStandard Operating ProceduresProcess Flow ManagementDocumentation AccuracyCritical Control PointsSafety ComplianceCIP and COP ProceduresLockout/Tagout (LOTO)Fall Protection/Fall Arrest

Soft Skills

Teamwork SkillsFlexibilityClear Communication

Industry Keywords

Ingredient ProcessingBeverage ProcessingFood Safety Regulations12-Hour ShiftsPre-Employment Drug Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate and maintain knowledge of all processing equipment safely and efficiently
Operate multiple pieces of equipment and cross-train others in safe and efficient machinery operation
Support leadership with ongoing or new developments involving standard operating procedures, process flow, and equipment needs
Produce food products meeting federal, state, customer requirements, regulations, and specifications
Backfill for call-ins, vacations, and other absences
Train new staff and cross-train existing staff
Follow written and verbal standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, safety protocols, and supervisor direction
Understand equipment capacity and throughput capabilities and ensure proper operation
Apply process requirements, product-specific flows, and critical control points
Identify operator abilities, efficiency, and skill-set requirements
Communicate clearly with all departments and leadership
Ensure operator documentation, records, and forms are accurate, complete, and timely
Monitor operator compliance with safety procedures and regulatory requirements
Reinforce safe work practices and address safety concerns
Support company policies, procedures, and operational standards
Lead by example in housekeeping and organization, maintaining clean and properly maintained work areas, equipment, tools, and materials
Identify constraints, production delays, and issues and report them to leadership before critical failures occur

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in the ingredient, beverage or food processing industry
Experience with operating multiple pieces of food processing equipment
Good reading, writing and verbal skills
Strong teamwork skills, computer skills, and communication
Strong mechanical aptitude
Forklift operating skills
Flexibility to adapt to daily operational needs
Must be available to work rotating 12-hour shifts including day to night rotation
Must be able to support shift coverage as needed
High School Diploma and/or equivalent or higher
Subject to pre-employment drug testing
Knowledge of sanitation, CIP and COP procedures and required chemical safety PPE
Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry, and Fall Protection/Fall Arrest programs
Extensive knowledge in DAX with processing AID live consumption requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefit package
Annual wage review based on individual performance
Company sponsored bonus package dependent upon individual & company performance