Color Sorter Technician

Bud Antle, LLC
United States, North Carolina, Bessemer City
220 Southridge Parkway (Show on map)
Mar 06, 2026
Title: Color Sorter Technician Salary Range: $22.72 Hourly Status: Non-Exempt Days/Shifts: 1st Shift Location: Bessemer City, NC Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor __________________________________________________________________________ GENERAL DISCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE: Responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the ART, SMART, AND OPTYX systems. The position interacts routinely with all areas of production as well as materials, maintenance, and quality assurance. Routine manufacturing shifts and hours will apply . MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS / DUTIES OF THE POSITION: Manage raw material product flow through ART, SMART AND OPTYX systems and other assigned areas Maintain quality of product passing through ART, SMART, and OPTYX systems in accordance with company established standards Manage sanitation requirements for ART, SMART, and OPTYX systems Perform and maintain operational requirements for ART, SMART, and OPTYX systems Perform required PM's and select maintenance of ART, SMART, AND OPTYX systems Ability to operate and troubleshoot technical equipment and machinery across all production areas as needed Any and all other duties assigned by Supervisor JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: SKILLS: Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, advanced computer application skills. Strong analytical, logic, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work safely at a fast pace, follow directions and conduct quality and safety inspections. ADDITIONAL: Dynamic, hands-on ability to work in an extremely fast-paced, team-oriented food processing environment. Must have the ability to make decisions, maintain regular and acceptable attendance, follow directions, and interact well with others. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Mobility to work in a typical shop, mechanical room, or related maintenance setting, including operating typical trade equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle. Must be able to stand, walk, climb and work in confined or awkward spaces for extended periods of time. Ability to maneuver around an array of equipment, to work in a cold environment, bend, stoop, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds. Able to work in a cold environment (35* on Plant floor). WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to respond to emergencies after hours. Must be able to work flexible hours EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED required EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) English https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Spanish https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlasp.pdf Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) English https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Spanish https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppaspan.pdf Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/VETS/legacy/files/USERRA_Private.pdf Department: BUD VA - Maintenance This is a non-management position This is a full-time position Sub Company ID/Req #: BUD 026