Food manufacturing careers continue to provide stable employment and long-term growth opportunities for individuals who enjoy hands-on work in modern production environments. As demand for high-quality food products increases, manufacturers are investing in skilled production teams that help maintain efficiency, product quality, and food safety throughout every stage of the manufacturing process.

CTI Foods is currently hiring a Production Operator – Tumbler (2nd Shift) for its manufacturing facility in Owingsville, Kentucky. This opportunity is ideal for dependable individuals who are comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment and are committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Job Overview

• Position: Production Operator – Tumbler (2nd Shift)
• Company: CTI Foods
• Location: Owingsville, Kentucky, USA
• Department: Manufacturing
• Shift: Second Shift
• Schedule: Overtime, weekends, and holidays as required

About CTI Foods

CTI Foods is a customer-focused food manufacturing company that produces high-quality food products for customers across the United States. Operating seven advanced food processing facilities in Idaho, Iowa, Kentucky, and Texas, the company employs more than 1,800 people dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary and food manufacturing solutions.

CTI Foods promotes a culture where employees are treated like family and encouraged to grow professionally while contributing to food safety, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

About the Role

As a Production Operator – Tumbler, you will operate production equipment used in the preparation of raw food materials, including grinders and tumblers. You will help ensure products meet quality standards while maintaining production efficiency and complying with food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

The role requires attention to detail, safe equipment operation, physical stamina, and the ability to work in cold manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating grinders, tumblers, and related production equipment.
• Setting up and disassembling grinding equipment.
• Opening and inspecting raw materials for foreign objects.
• Grinding raw materials to required specifications and weight.
• Monitoring product fat percentages and making adjustments when required.
• Labeling and transporting processed materials for further production.
• Monitoring product quality throughout production.
• Maintaining accurate production records.
• Following daily startup and shutdown procedures.
• Supporting housekeeping and sanitation standards.
• Following food safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Working safely while meeting production targets.
• Assisting other production team members as needed.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

• Good communication skills.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Ability to understand production labels and formula sheets.
• Knowledge of production equipment or willingness to learn.
• Reliable attendance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to use pallet jacks.
• Ability to assemble and operate grinding equipment.

Physical Requirements

Applicants should be able to:

• Lift between 50–60 pounds.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach regularly.
• Work in cold, damp production environments.
• Work around moving machinery while wearing required protective equipment.

Work Environment

Production Operators work in an active food manufacturing facility where they may experience:

• Cold processing areas.
• Wet and humid conditions.
• Loud machinery requiring hearing protection.
• Moving production equipment.
• Variable schedules including overtime and weekends.

Safety remains a top priority, and employees are expected to follow all workplace safety procedures and company policies.

Why Join CTI Foods?

Employees enjoy the opportunity to:

• Work for a respected national food manufacturer.
• Join a company with over 1,800 employees.
• Gain experience operating industrial food production equipment.
• Develop manufacturing and food processing skills.
• Work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Build a long-term manufacturing career with opportunities for growth.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience criteria should APPLY HERE.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the job located?

The position is based in Owingsville, Kentucky, USA.

What shift is available?

This is a 2nd Shift Production Operator position.

Is previous manufacturing experience required?

The company values relevant manufacturing skills and equipment knowledge, but candidates who can meet the job requirements and learn production processes may also be considered.

What equipment will I operate?

Operators work with grinders, tumblers, pallet jacks, and other food processing equipment.

Will overtime be required?

Yes. Employees should be available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays when production requires.

What physical abilities are required?

Applicants should be able to lift up to 50–60 pounds and work comfortably in cold production environments.