Machine Operator

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Summary:

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining production equipment to ensure efficient operations and the production of high-quality products. This role supports food safety and quality standards while meeting production goals.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7am-5:30pm

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate production equipment according to specifications and production requirements.
• Monitor product quality and equipment performance, including fill temperature, closure integrity, net weight, and label accuracy.
• Adhere to all food safety and quality standards, including HACCP, Allergen Control Program, GMPs, product specifications, and established QA procedures.
• Ensure processes, work-in-progress, raw materials, and finished goods meet defined quality standards.
• Support and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Follow all company policies and procedures while ensuring customer requirements are met.
• Perform required checks and accurately document Critical Control Points (CCPs) in accordance with the HACCP plan.
• Record downtime events and production issues using appropriate documentation systems.
• Perform light maintenance and preventive maintenance (PM) on equipment, including changeovers, minor repairs, greasing, lubrication, and fluid level checks.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety standards.

Experience, Skills, Education:

• Previous Machine Operating experience in a manufacturing facility, or similar relevant experience.

• Understanding of production and plant processes

• Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurements.

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

• Ability to lift heavy equipment, to bend, and to stand or walk for long periods of time.

• Willingness to work overtime if necessary

• Strong and efficient work ethic, detail-oriented

Compensation: $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Vacation and Sick time

• Holiday pay

• 401K

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Voluntary Life insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Perks