Production Operator

Job overview

The Production Operator works onsite in Davenport, IA. Compensation is not specified. The role supports PB Leiner’s production of gelatin and collagen peptides for food, pharmaceutical, health nutrition, and technical applications. The operator runs and monitors production equipment, follows work instructions and schedules, and checks product quality. Accurate production records, safe work practices, and timely reporting of defects or equipment issues help maintain efficient operations and product standards.

What you'll do

• Set up, operate, and maintain production equipment
• perform routine inspections and minor troubleshooting
• follow work instructions, blueprints, and production schedules
• assemble, package, or inspect products
• monitor quality and report defects or equipment malfunctions
• follow safety procedures and wear required PPE
• maintain a clean workspace
• record production data, downtime, and material usage
• communicate issues and improvement suggestions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

production operator

manufacturing

machine operation

production equipment

quality control

safety procedures

ppe

gelatin

collagen peptides

davenport ia

pb leiner

full-time

benefits from day one

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits from day one
• additional premiums listed for night, attendance, weekend, job knowledge, and job coverage.

Why this role

High school diploma or equivalent required; previous manufacturing, production, or machine-operation experience preferred. Benefits are available from day one, with additional premiums listed for night, attendance, weekend, job knowledge, and job coverage.

About the employer

PB Leiner is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing. Sector: 31.