Machine Operator

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

POSITION SUMMARY:  

To set-up, operate, and perform basic maintenance on Bakery department machinery. (Vernon facility) 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Will set-up, operate, and perform basic maintenance on machinery & equipment used in the manufacturing of bakery products. 

• Will adjust machines to maximize production efficiency for the different bakery products. 

• Will do daily safety inspections such as checking that guards are in place, no exposed wiring, safety stops are working, etc., and monitor production lines to ensure safe work conditions exist throughout the entire shift. 

• Will accurately complete proper record keeping paperwork. 

• Report any food safety or quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action. 

• Follows J&J Snack Food’s Food Safety Plan (FSP), the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program, the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and the Good Documentation Practices (GDPs). 

• Follows all OSHA safety rules and all food safety laws and regulations. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

COMPETENCIES:  

To perform this job successfully, the Machine Operator must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

• Excellent organization and time management skills. 

• Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish a versatile and evolving workload. 

• Excellent in all forms of communication. 

• Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities. 

• Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change. 

Required Education:  

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent. 

Required Experience:   

• Requires minimum 2 year’s experience as a Machine Operator preferably in a food plant. 

• Must be able to use a weight scale and calculator. 

• Must be able to read & write basic English. 

• Must be able to operate forklift and pallet jack. 

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. 

Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.