Machine Operator 1 $18.35 Day shift (cold environment food manufacturing plant)

Position Summary

This role is a key position within our Bistro production room and operates and maintains the sealing machine equipment. This pivotal role impacts line efficiencies by increasing production, reducing rework and minimizing downtime.

What you will Do

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspections for quality
• Perform basic preventative maintenance of the equipment when applicable
• Basic troubleshooting
• Observe production and monitors equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Manage and reduce waste (product giveaway) by use of scale system
• Communicate and educate other associates for the purpose of maintaining good product quality as it enters the sealing equipment
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow and enforce the 5S Methodology including maintaining tools and equipment as defined by the 5S marking.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak English; comprehension of basic math
• Willingness and flexibility to work in a cold, wet, fast-paced, 24 hour plant environment
• Eager to learn, and work as part of the team
• Ability to deliver consistent quality results through a sense of urgency and taking initiative, while also demonstrating flexibility to meet business needs
• Problem solving skills
• Attention to detail and reliability

Physical Work Environment

• Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to perform repetitive movements (i.e., loading bowls into tray carrier).
• The associate regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to extreme cold.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to move about within a fast paced environment in/outside facility, and traverse between maintenance shop & production floor.
• Ability to ascend/descend on stairs/ladder for repairs.
• Ability to frequently move, push, or carry items up to 50lbs.
• Exposed to a cold & wet environment of 34 degrees.
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information through frequent communications within all levels of the organization.
• Must be able to detect, identify, inspect, observe, and assess surroundings

About The Company

We aim to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people’s well-being and planet health. Since 1853, the family business has already crossed seven generations, with a drive that has stood the test of time: to create solutions to offer the consumer the best of what nature gives us. Offering high-quality plants from sustainable agriculture, harvested at the height of their maturity and very little processing: our promise is possible thanks to the work of close proximity and mutual trust with our 2,000 farmers partners, all over the world. Behind our three brands (Bonduelle, Cassegrain, Globus), 9,000 employees and a whole ecosystem of stakeholders are committed to contribute to a balanced diet, sustainable and affordable diet for as many people as possible.