Machine Operator I

We are one of the most respected premium all-natural cheese makers in North America, and we continue to win prestigious awards for, not only our high-quality products, but also in recognition of our passion for sustainable practices. Today, we are in our third generation as a family business, who seeks innovative opportunities to maximize profitability & return on all assets, while being a trusted & responsible employer, who actively participates in the community & who cherishes the natural environment.

Our success is based upon the quality of the employees that we hire-top-notch talent who share our company's commitment to our customers and a passion for making the country's finest quality products, using only all natural ingredients.

Our employees are our greatest driving force, and we pride ourselves on ensuring their stability. All our employees receive Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program! Joseph Gallo Farms also offers a competitive benefits package at a group rate to all our full-time employees and their dependents.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan w/ company match
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Educational Reimbursement
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc.)
• Free cheese!

Summary of Functions:

The packaging Machine Operator position sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. This position also adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and in a timely fashion.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up machinery ensuring all production materials are available.
• Make adjustment to line as needed to keep line under control.
• Replace plastic film rolls when necessary.
• Assist with change overs as necessary.
• Assist with breaks and lunch relief.
• Assists in training of new employees.
• Safely operate and monitor all equipment.
• Visually inspect production run and report malfunctions to maintenance department.
• Maintain required records.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned area.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, company policies and procedures.
• Provide leadership and training to Operators on their respective shifts according to the Department skills and Training Matrixs.
• Cover other employees vacation and or absences.
• Able to wear proper PPE which includes: smock, boots, hairnet, face net, safety hat and safety glasses. If needed use knee pads, plastic apron and sleeve guards.
• Must be able to communicate with management team through walkie talkie radio.
• Requires operate machinery such as Hayseen, Fallas, Combi, Robox, Butler, Multivac, Tiromat and Hydrovac.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 year of general work experience required.
• Prior production/manufacturing machine operation experience preferred.
• Previous experience within high-speed industrial environment.
• Strong, logical decision-making skills.
• Experience with time management and multitasking.
• Exhibit sense of ownership and accountability.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated comfort with data entry and proficient computer skills.
• Fork-lift certification/experience desired.
• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of industrial technology a plus.
• Bilingual desired not required.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Must be able to be standing and walking 90% of the day.
• Must be able to be bending 60% of the day.
• Must be able to be squatting and climbing stairs 40% of the day.
• Must be able to be kneeling 50% of the day.
• Must be able to be twisting 80% of the day.

Upper Extremity Use:

• Must be able to apply fine manipulation continuously.
• Must be able to occasionally use pinch type activity of the fingers.
• Must be able to frequently use power grasping.
• Must be able to frequently be pushing or pulling.
• Must be able to frequently be reaching below shoulder level.
• Must be able to continuously use repetitive motion behavior.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regular exposure to elements such as odor, noise, dust, heat, cold or chemicals.

This description is a general statement and does not include other duties as assigned.

Joseph Gallo Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer / EEO