Machine Operator-Cutter 2nd shift

Purpose Statement

The Machine Operator controls machinery in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective, and efficient manner that meets company food safety and quality standards. Also maximizing product quality / attractiveness through strong leadership and achieve individual outputs to support your team in meeting their production goals.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Observes all safety rules and regulations including use of personal protective equipment.
• Follows all established Good Manufacturing Practices, including maintaining an orderly and clean workarea.
• Must be able to set up, change over, adjust, repair and operate all machinery and equipment.
• Ensures all equipment is in operating condition and ready for on time startup.
• Must have the knowledge and experience to make necessary adjustments to keep products flowing consistently.
• Performs process control and quality checks.
• Operates date coders and verifies code dates on cases.
• Cleans all equipment using current sanitation practices.
• Assists Quality Assurance in obtaining samples of products and other miscellaneous duties. Responsible for basic troubleshooting of all processing equipment.
• Responsible for accurate, timely and legible completion of daily production reports/documents.
• Trains new associates.
• Performs any other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years Machine operator experience required.
• Basic computer skills including Excel and Word.
• Must be able to take direction and follow instructions.
• Self-motivated and ability to take initiative and use sound judgment in day-to-day decision making.
• Punctual and reliable in work attendance.
• Ability to organize and communicate to all levels of personnel.
• Flexible and able to manage others.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent English communication skills required, bilingual speaker a plus.