Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Summary

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment to meet production requirements. The Machine Operator receives direction from the Line Lead, Supervisor, and Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up and operate high speed vertical fill form seal packaging machines, slicing machine, cup machines or bagging machines.
• Perform daily pre-operational maintenance checks.
• Able to disassemble and reassemble machine correctly.
• Monitor and evaluate product to confirm quality standards are achieved.
• Retrieve raw material and stage in designated location.
• Fill machine with material to ensure uptime.
• Work within a team of 3-6 workers, proactively seeking communication to maintain product flow, and assist in other jobs where needed.
• Able to perform sanitation throughout the shift and participate in weekly cleanings.
• Able to work overtime based on business needs.
• All other duties assigned
  
  

Hours & Classification

Production schedules are as follows but may be modified based on business needs.

• 1 st shift: 4:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• 2 nd shift: 4:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.
  
  

Requirements

• 1-year experience in a related environment and operating a packaging machine is a plus.
• Understands and is familiar with HAACP, SQF, GMP’s, and FDA guidelines.
• Ability to work and communicate well with others.
• Must be able to display mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Heavy lifting may be required.
• Attention to detail
• Willing to perform repetitive task for extended periods.
• Ability to stand, bend, and stoop variously for extended periods of time