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Flex Operator

ByHeart

ByHeart

Portland, OR, USA
Posted on Jan 3, 2025

ByHeart is an infant nutrition company built from the ground up to deliver real innovation on behalf of babies and parents. Our mission is simple: make the best formula in the world. That’s why we studied the latest breast milk science, worked directly with suppliers we know and trust, set uncompromising quality standards, developed our own small batch blending process, built our own manufacturing facilities, and conducted a groundbreaking clinical trial. Our goal is to create a future where all parents feel amazing about feeding their baby—no matter how they do it.

When we launched our Whole Nutrition Infant Formula in March 2022, we were the first new U.S infant formula manufacturer in 15 years. Since then, we’ve been leading the way in a lot of ways.

We’re…

  • The only U.S.-made infant formula to use organic, grass-fed whole milk
  • The first and only U.S. infant formula company to add the two most abundant proteins found in breast milk—alpha-lac and lactoferrin—to our ingredients list
  • The first infant formula company to receive Clean Label Project’s Purity Award (and we test for 700 contaminants vs the required 400)
  • We ran the largest clinical trial by a new infant formula brand in 25 years—clinically proving our benefits vs a leading infant formula like:
    • Less spit up
    • Softer poops
    • Easier digestion
    • More efficient weight gain
    • Enhanced nutrient absorption
    • Longer stretches between nighttime feeds*

With >$250M in funding, we’re shifting the industry forward—and this is just the beginning. Help us build a future where all parents can feel amazing about feeding, by joining our growing team of >275 people that stretches across the country.


We're proud to offer competitive, family-first benefits, including but not limited to:

  1. Health insurance for the whole family: medical, dental, & vision insurance covered 100%, with 90% coverage for your family.
  2. Flexible paid time off: plus 12+ company holidays, and 2 floating holidays to use at your discretion!
  3. 16-weeks of fully-paid parental leave and new parent support: free 1-year supply of formula, cozy feeding suites, and paid pumping time.
  4. Up to 6% 401(k) Match to help you plan for your future.
  5. Company equity for every employee: because when we succeed, we succeed together!

Visit our site to learn more, and check out some recent press on ByHeart:

*based on data from infants at approximately 4 months of age


Essential Duties & Responsibilities


The purpose of the Relief/ Flex Operator is to provide relief for warehouse personnel, dryer operators, mix operators, bagging operators due to vacations, illness, etc.


• All duties listed on dryer operator, mix operator, bagging operator and warehouse personnel job descriptions, performed in accordance with our Quality System procedures
• Assist in QA lab as necessary
• During periods when relief duties are not required, janitorial services will be performed throughout the plant and grounds
• Cleaning, sanitizing and obtaining environmental samples, as well as light maintenance such as painting and minor repair work will be required
• Will be on call if other employees are ill or cannot report to work for other reasons
• Follow safety rules and wear appropriate safety gear as necessary


Competency & Skill Requirements
• Must be self-disciplined, a team player, and be able to handle emergency situations common to the operation
• Must follow all written and oral instructions and takes direction from Production Supervisor/Manager
• A minimum of 6 weeks on the job training with experienced personnel is required


Education & Experience Requirements
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Food manufacturing or infant formula manufacturing experience preferred


Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift 100 lbs, operate a forklift, be on call and be able to follow written procedures
• Need ability to stand, crouch and climb to perform adjustments to equipment, use ladders, and perform various types of manual labor

Regulatory Requirements
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, follow CGMP's, and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements
• Will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local standards for the manufacture of infant formula and other non-infant nutritional foods.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.