Process Operator Job at Colgate-Palmolive Company, Clinton, OK

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  • Colgate-Palmolive Company
  • Clinton, OK

Job Description

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #167465 - Clinton, Oklahoma, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

This role is a multi-purpose process position in the manufacturing processes that is either process specific or may rotate to all areas as properly trained within a particular shift reporting to the shift managers. The primary responsibility for this position is to perform all functions associated with the manufacturing roles including but not limited to Inbound, Milling, Meat slurry and or Mixing. Extrusion Operator responsibilities are not included in this role.

Sign-On bonus / Internal Referral Program

  • After 90 days,  $500 Dollars;

  • After 180 days, $500 Dollars;

Principal Accountabilities

Inbound duties:

  • Loading trucks (live loads and staged loads), ability to operate push pull Fork lift (expert level), operation of site yard dog, direct ship responsibility including proper disposition of hold product, food safety hold product and released product, JD Edwards functionality, BOL responsibility /accountability, Trace Gains Functionality, support Customer Service Rep with all activities associated with shipping department, understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions and production inventories

  • Communicate with forklift packaging and warehouse operators to ensure materials are replenished in a timely manner, manage FIFO program in regard to materials management, load super sacks and micros in dries rooms, cross training will be required with other Logistic Material Handler positions

Mill and Mixing Rooms:

  • Schedule and batch commodities and/or meat slurry into accurate batches of mixed meal delivered through the hammer mill mixing and screening systems

  • Participate in setting strategy for the processing system to ensure meeting or exceeding production schedule in the most efficient manner possible 

  • Perform preventative and downtime maintenance of area equipment and help make incremental improvements

  • Assist maintenance/engineering to improve or upgrade current systems/equipment

  • Provide input on new projects 

  • Develop and maintain proficiency in inventory management systems and other business systems as needed to ensure accurate reporting 

  • Prepare and maintain SOP's and training modules

  • Demonstrate the ability to accurately perform quality checks and complete documentation without error 

  • Maintain a safe and clean work area

  • Promote high quality team environment through teamwork and self-management

  • Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within a line or area

  • Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level 

  • Assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments and malfunction troubleshooting Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventive maintenance 

  • Maintains accurate records of QC checks, production numbers or waste performance

  • Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter

  • Performs QC tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc. 

  • Demonstrates high degree of ownership for product quality  

  • Performs all standard quality checks & other quality related duties

  • Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions and production inventories

Meat Room:

  • Responsible for operating equipment to add slurry to extrusion process

  • Participate in setting strategy for the processing system to ensure meeting or exceeding production schedule in the most efficient manner possible

  • Perform preventative tasks and/or work with maintenance to complete equipment preventative maintenance, routine repairs, adjustments and malfunction troubleshooting

  • Assist maintenance and engineering to improve and upgrade current systems and equipment and provide input on new projects 

  • Develop and maintain proficiency in inventory management systems and other business systems as needed to ensure accurate reporting

  • Prepare and maintain SOP's and training modules

  • Must accurately perform quality checks and complete all documentation without error

Other Duties as assigned by the line manager

Key Functional Skills/Knowledge

  • Food manufacturing experience and knowledge of food safety, Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and statistical Process Control

  • Team player, Action oriented, Problem solving abilities, Strong communication skills, Continuous self-development

  • Must be capable of working at elevated heights and or confined space

  • Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform) 

  • Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55 lbs. 

  • Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals 

  • Knowledge of local, federal, and industry regulations with regards to:

  • Food Safety (GMP, HACCP)

  • Food Quality (Product and Process)

  • Q&FS testing practices and procedures, QMP polices and SPC 

  • Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Be 18 years of age or older 

  • Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education 

  • Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules 

  • Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language

  • Working knowledge of Safety, Quality and Material Management Systems and procedures 

  • Ability to read and understand the daily production run schedule, and execute to that plan 

  • Ability to communicate to managers and team members any production, quality/food safety or other business critical information vital to operations and customer service 

  • Ability to operate a forklift/OSHA certification and able to work with minimal supervision 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of machines 

  • 2 years of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline 

  • Working Knowledge of food safety, GMP, HACCP, SPC 

  • Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office, Google and email

  • Knowledge of inventory control principles 

  • Experience with JD Edwards

  • SAP Knowledge


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $18.71 - $20.30 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here .

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