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Van Drunen Farms

Manufactures dried and frozen whole-food ingredients.

Operator

Machine & Process OperationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCrown Point, IN, USA$20.15 - $22.20In-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least six months of production experience or equivalent training.
  • Basic math and reading skills, including the ability to count and track inventory.
  • Familiarity with safety equipment and procedures, including respirators, hearing protection, and eye protection.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, kneeling, climbing, and pushing equipment.
  • Comfort working in varied environments, including dusty, cold, hot, humid, wet, or loud conditions.
  • Ability to use personal protective equipment, including respirators, hearing protection, eye protection, and head protection.

Responsibilities

  • Start up, operate, and adjust production equipment safely and precisely.
  • Perform quality checks and sanitation tasks using approved tools and cleaning agents.
  • Model positive behaviors and support the growth of teammates and new hires.
  • Communicate clearly and respectfully across teams, raising safety or quality concerns when needed.
  • Partner with other departments to enhance efficiency and workplace safety.
  • Participate in scheduled cleaning routines and team safety meetings.
  • Conduct Critical Control Point (CCP) checks and follow Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.
  • Perform other duties as needed to support production goals, safety standards, and continuous improvement.
  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain safety and quality standards.

Desired Qualifications

  • Forklift experience is a plus.

About the Company

Van Drunen Farms

Manufactures dried and frozen whole-food ingredients.

Van Drunen Farms supplies and manufactures dried and frozen whole food ingredients for food and beverage products. Their offerings include fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredients, and they can create custom ingredient solutions to fit a brand’s specific product needs. The products are used by manufacturers to easily incorporate more fruits and vegetables into foods and drinks, with options ranging from ready-to-use dried or frozen forms to tailored blends. Compared with competitors, the company emphasizes a 50-year track record, a values-driven culture (humility, integrity, passion, excellence), and being part of the Van Drunen Family of Companies with a commitment to helping people and communities, plus a connection to FutureCeuticals. The goal is to help people eat healthier by making it easier and more enjoyable to include fruits and vegetables in daily diets, while delivering world-class products and profitable growth for customers.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Momence, IL
Founded
1977

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