Machine Operator 1st Shift

Must be able and willing to assist in all jobs on line to keep machines running at all times.

Works cooperatively with process owners to maintain quality standards

Assures quality products are being produced by meeting quality specifications for production on assigned line(s). Uses a variety of means for measurement such as equipment setting confirmation along with probes, tanks, and meters to monitor such things as bag atmospheres, leaker rates, weights, etc.

Makes machine adjustments as needed to achieve and maintain expected equipment performance.

Employees may be assigned to perform other tasks such as packing, palletizing, trimming, inserting master packs, housekeeping, rework, general labor activities, etc. on a temporary basis.

Responsible for actively supporting the other members of the employee's work team including assisting with cross-training, new-hire/buddy assignments, and process support during breaks, meal periods, and other staff coverage as needed.

Able to pass both written and hands-on LOTO (Lock-Out Tag-Out) training on a yearly basis and be able to successfully lock out machinery as needed.

Can advance to Machine operator II through training and education after 1 year.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

Must have basic mechanical troubleshooting skills and know basic math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, simple formulas, and conversions.

Must take a written test to demonstrate proficiency.

Must have ability to accurately track downtime and performance indicators.

Must be able to successfully speak, read and write English at the level of work instructions, diagrams and related equipment documentation and support materials.

Must adhere to GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices) and PPE's (Personal Protection Equipment).

Must be able to lift 75 pounds (dead lift) continual and box opening for 8 hours a day or more.

Must pass a math aptitude test and must pass the required strength physical examination.

Must have repetitive hand and eye movement skills.

Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift (8 hours or more), perform repetitive motions throughout the shift such as push/pull/lift, twist, stoop, and bend continuously through the shift

Be able to climb stairs or step up onto a platform several times throughout the shift.

Must be able to work in a noisy, wet, and cold environment of approximately 30-34 degrees Fahrenheit

Must be able to work 6 or more consecutive days including overtime, any shift, late nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary

Other Desired Qualifications/Skills:

Prior experience in a similar temperature/strenuous work environment preferred.

Bilingual English/Spanish

Experience:

Must have previous experience operating related food processing equipment or equivalent.

Prior experience in a packing environment

Education/Training:

High School diploma/GED, some Technical School coursework, or Mechanical/Vocational Certification

Other Information:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.