Machine Operator 2nd shift

About the role

Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment at a standard that meets or exceeds all internal and external customer requirements. Work in a manufacturing environment following appropriate policies and procedures to ensure successful execution of position responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate filling and/or packaging equipment
• Complete daily and weekly preventive maintenance tasks
• Adjust and align all primary functions of machinery
• Make minor mechanical repairs and replace defective parts
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of filler and packing functions and troubleshoot issues
• Maintain daily production and quality records
• Operate equipment in a safe manner and keep the work area clean
• Assist in training production assistants to ensure quality parameters, GMPs, and safety rules are followed
• Train and evaluate trainees
• Install and maintain all information in the product library
• Perform sanitation of filling line equipment including operating C.I.P. circuits
• Mix chemicals in correct proportions following all safety requirements and wearing required PPE
• Follow all food safety policies, procedures, and regulatory criteria including SQF code, GMPs, and FSMA

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience

Knowledge And Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of filling and packaging equipment
• Good mechanical ability including diagnosing and resolving mechanical abnormalities
• Ability to set up and maintain machinery making routine adjustments

Why Join Us

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs

Physical Demands

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required.

Work Environment

Typical shifts are 8–12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to work outside and/or in adverse temperatures, be exposed to vibrations, chemicals, fumes and food allergens, and work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.