Line Operator

Responsibilities

• Follows safety guidelines and upholds the highest standards of food safety and quality by adhering to GMPs.
• Safely turns on machine by means of controls.
• Observes machine functions to ensure the quality of finished products are packed in accordance with the company’s standards.
• Adjusts machine components and pressure in accordance with the size and processing of the product.
• Operates and tends to the packing machine.
• Checks the production line to avoid problems such as pileups and blockings.
• Stops or resets machines when a malfunction occurs and notifies line lead or supervisor as soon as malfunction is clarified.
• Sorts and stores product to pack, uses the operating machine and refills all packaging material, including film and ink.
• Inspects packaging materials and removes defective articles.
• Cleans and removes damaged materials or articles in a safe manner.
• Visually checks for leftover products on equipment, conveyors, cat walks and surfaces.
• Removes finished packaged product from machine and separates all defective articles.
• Ensures filler pistons are cleaned and greased.
• Accesses that pumps are in good working condition.
• Inspects the operation function of the steam and air lines for running the line.
• Checks machine for correct settings.
• Verifies schedule to establish that correct rolls of film are loaded and is prepared to take immediate action to replace incorrect rolls in a timely manner to prevent any downtime.
• Rinse, wash and sanitize equipment.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Attends all company training sessions.
• Attends all Food Safety/Quality training sessions.

Requirements

• Experience and Skills: Competency in English, Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred. Must be able to work overtime and weekends. Excellent attendance and safety record. Strong multi-tasking skills. Food industry experience preferred. Basic math skills. Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to interpret written and verbal instructions. Ability to meet physical demands in work environment as generally described below.
• Education And/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two-three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.