- Perform a variety of skilled work in the maintenance and repair of plant and buying point facilities and equipment; prioritize, schedule, assign and coordinate the work of assigned staff to accomplish a wide variety of duties related to the plant.
- Maintain tools and shop in a clean and sanitary condition for use within a shelling facility.
- Assist in the purchase, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring and fixtures. Perform troubleshooting to repair or replace fans and motors and perform repairs to motors, bells, clocks and lighting circuits.
- Perform skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment. Test and replace circuits, troubleshoot and correct defective switches, receptacles, ballasts and other wiring and perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance.
- Operate a variety of equipment and machines including saws, drill presses and various hand and power tools to perform repair and maintenance work. Maintain tools and equipment in a safe, clean and proper working condition.
- Ensure compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal, State and local codes, regulations and requirements.
- Maintain various records related to labor, materials and work orders.
- Operate trucks to pick up and deliver equipment and supplies.
- Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Preventive Control Rules, and Occupational Safety Rules.
- Adhere to Company Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) use.
- Assist plant operations personnel in sanitary efforts to comply with the company’s current Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) guidelines, Customer Specifications, and Preventive Control Rules.
- Use only Food Grade grease in areas that may have exposure to food contact surfaces.
- After any maintenance activity is performed, inspect equipment and surrounding area to verify per manufacturer’s instructions, operations are safe to resume.
- Assist plant personnel in determining any sources of contamination.
- Ensure all Lock Out Tag Out, Confined Space, Working at Heights, Hot Work Permits and At-Risk activity policies are strictly followed. Ensure all required permits, work orders, and relevant, required documentation has been completed accurately.
- Execute the preventive maintenance program and make suggestions as needed.
- While performing these duties, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to fingers to handle / feel or pull; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by Olam Peanut Shelling, even though the assignment may not have been specifically outlined previously in this job description.
- Maintenance Technician I – High School Diploma required. Technical college is preferred. One-year previous maintenance experience required. Candidates with a technical diploma will be considered in lieu of work experience.
- Maintenance Technician II - High School Diploma required. Technical college is preferred. Two years previous maintenance experience required. Candidates with a technical diploma and one year of work experience will be considered.
- Maintenance Technician III - High School Diploma required. Technical college is preferred. Three years previous maintenance experience required. Candidates with a technical diploma and two years of work experience will be considered. One-year fabrication experience is required.
- Maintenance Technician IV - High School Diploma required. Technical college is preferred. Four years previous maintenance experience required. Candidates with a technical diploma and three years of work experience will be considered. One-year fabrication experience is required. One year of electrical experience is required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds is required.
- Forklift experience is preferred for Tech I, required for Tech II-IV.
- Experience working in a food manufacturing facility is preferred.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
- Ability to work in extreme conditions, including heat and cold, is required.
- Ability to work flexible work schedule is required, will be required to work some weekends,
- Achieve results by managing in an effective and efficient manner.
- Confer with management on training needs of operations personnel.
- Analyze and resolve work problems or assist shift employees in solving work problems.
- Confer with leads to coordinate activities of individual departments.
- Develop or revise standard operational and working practices and observe workers to ensure compliance with standards.
- Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
- Inspect products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustments of machines.
- Interpret company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
- Review time and production records.
- Perform activities of workers supervised.
- Prepare operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
- Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
- Conduct employee performance evaluations.
- Adhere to the safe work practices and comply with all company, federal and state rules and regulations which apply to job, including but not limited to, Right to Know, emergency evacuation, electrical safety, confined space, contractor compliance, blood borne pathogens, and lockout/tagout.
- Reconcile timecards and work with employee work schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
- Anticipate and trouble shoot production and quality issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma is required, Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- 2-5 years of supervision experience is preferred. Experience in Peanut Shelling is preferred.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
- Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions is required.
- Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery will be required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment is required.
- Computer skills are required. Previous experience with Microsoft office is required.
- Must have a good understanding of safety principles and ensure employees work safely.
- A strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety/HACCP principles is required.
- Must demonstrate a desire for continuous improvement of the process and cost reduction.
- Ability to manage employees and resolve personnel issues professionally is required.
- Basic trouble shooting skills to resolve mechanical and electrical issues is required.
- Knowledge of or the ability to learn the shelling process, including cleaning, shelling, sorting, sizing and packaging of peanuts is required.
- This role is performed on site at a facility that regularly processes peanuts. Employees in this position will routinely work in areas where peanuts and related allergens are present and may be exposed by contact or in the air. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.
Job Description
We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Shipping Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring all shipments arrive on time and within budget. This position will monitor and oversee the outgoing and incoming shipping activities to verify items are shipping to the correct location and in good condition.
The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a background in agricultural or food-manufacturing logistics, possessing a sharp eye for quality control and food safety compliance while effectively mentoring a dedicated shipping team.
Position Responsibilities
• Supervise and assist all shipping personnel in the preparation and shipping of finished products from the Shelling Plant and Cold Storage.
• Inspect tote bags and pallets before shipping the product and correct any discrepancies found prior to loading.
• Inspect dry trailers, refrigerated trailers, bulk railcars, bulk trucks, and box railcars before loading and correct any deficiencies or reject equipment to be loaded.
• Ensure there are no risks to the product of cross contamination from incoming or outgoing trucks. Inspect all outgoing trucks prior to loading for any issues.
• Inspect and reject trailers that do not meet Olam and customer requirements, ensure proper documentation of all reasons for rejecting.
• Ensure shipping employees are trained on allergens, cross contamination, and proper sanitation techniques.
• Oversee forklift repairs by contracted companies. Ensure outside contractors adhere to all food safety, occupational safety, and preventive control policies.
• Understand and execute the actual loading/shipping process.
• Understand and operate the bulk loading equipment.
• Ensure all shipping documents and seals are correct and in place.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary storage area as described in the Safe Food Plan and Preventive Controls. Maintain records required for the master sanitation schedule.
• Assist the Plant Manager in maintaining the Food Safety, Occupational Safety, and Preventive Controls Plan.
• Understand and operate the oil stock equipment and ensure oil stock numbers are given to Federal/State Inspectors.
• Understand and execute the transfer of lots from one lot number to another.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Five (5) years previous shipping experience is required
• Five (5) years previous forklift experience is required along with valid forklift driving certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
• Ability to work well within a team is required.
• This role is performed on site at a facility that regularly processes peanuts. Employees in this position will routinely work in areas where peanuts and related allergens are present and may be exposed by contact or in the air. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com
At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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Reviewed On: 6/5/2026
Approved By: HR Generalist, Amanda Massey
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Job Title: Quality Control Laborer
Location: Peanut Shelling
Department: Shelling
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.
Position Summary
Reporting to Buying Point/ Plant Manager, the DOT and NON-DOT Truck Driver will be responsible completing all daily tasks as assigned in a safe and timely manner
Position Responsibilities
Both DOT and NON-DOT
• Perform daily check of truck, ensure proper functionality
• Follow all safety policies and guidelines
• Follow instructions of the Traffic Controller to ensure the safety of employees around
- you
• Check all paperwork for accuracy
• Transfer peanuts from the scale house to the warehouses
• Staging trailers for customer shipments
• Understand ofi Peanut Shelling safety policies, work safely and report any safety
- hazards or unsafe conditions to the Plant Manager or Safety Coordinator.
• Follow ofi Peanut Shelling Company Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) guidelines.
• Follow all ofi Peanut Shelling Company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Preventive Control Rules, and Occupational Safety Rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
DOT
• Transfer peanuts from the sheller to the cold storage
• Transfer peanuts from cold storage to the sheller
• Adhere to all DOT regulations
NON-DOT
• Transfer Oil Stock – ensure proper tracking of lot and paperwork
• Work Hull Line, ensure the proper and safe tracking of each load that is delivered to
- the sheller
• Must NOT leave company property on company truck
Position Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• CDL and Medical clearance required for DOT
• 1-2 years' experience required for DOT
• Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to have a flexible schedule
• Good communication skills.
• Great work ethic and attitude
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided based on qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at:
At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace