1st Machine Operator- Pack Off

About the role

The machine operator is responsible for the daily operation of their assigned machine on the production line.

Responsibilities

• Understand, program, and ensure the machine is running properly for production; complete all necessary checks and enter information requested in the tablets.
• Ensure products and services meet all necessary quality specifications before they reach the consumer.
• Meet set‑up expectations, starting lines on time.
• Maintain or exceed goals on yields and efficiencies by meeting efficiency standards throughout the shift.
• Meet standards of scheduled run times for the lines.
• Observe and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards by maintaining a clean, neat, and organized work area.
• Follow all rules, guidelines, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in a food production environment required.
• Knowledge of GMPs, SPC, HACCP, OSHA, and USDA regulations.

Qualifications

Must possess a high level of technical proficiency to assist operators in problem solving while exercising considerable judgment and have the ability to meet or exceed the production process.

Core Competencies and Skills

• Communication: Honest and clear oral and written communication; treat everyone with respect, listen, and make others feel valued; elevate concerns related to customer decisions or food safety.
• Time Management & Organization: Organize and prioritize actions efficiently; manage multiple tasks simultaneously; adapt to changing schedules while maintaining attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
• Team Commitment: Handle conflict maturely, build trust, encourage collaboration, understand other departments, and support team decisions.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Cold production setting with concrete floors (approximately 38 °F).
• Stand for seven (7) or more hours per day.
• Handle cold and wet product throughout the day.
• Lift up to 50 lb several times a day and occasionally 70 lb.
• Visually identify and evaluate product; maintain visual ability for driving and hearing bells/horns for oncoming forklift traffic.
• Repetitive motions of hands and arms; occasional overhead reaching.
• Work in aisles or narrow passageways.

Food Safety

Kilcoy has adopted the SQF System for food safety management and operates under continuous USDA meat & poultry jurisdiction. All team members are responsible for food safety and quality requirements, receive regular training, and are held accountable for managing food safety and regulatory expectations within their work areas. Team members should notify department management of any food safety issues or concerns to be addressed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Pay

$23.75 per hour