Machine Operator- 3rd Shift (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM)

About the role

LiDestri Foods has grown from its roots as a pasta sauce and salsa manufacturer to become an R&D engine, formulating and producing innovative food products for national and retailer brand partners. Based in Rochester, NY, LiDestri employs over 1,000 people across three U.S. locations, partnering with respected CPG companies and inventive retailer brands for decades.

Pay and Benefits

Excellent career-pathing opportunities with professional development through unlimited online training courses. Health insurance with premium contributions, dental, vision, and HSA options. 100% company-paid life insurance and long-term disability. 401(k) with employer match. Paid time off including vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays. Company bonuses and many other benefits.

Position Summary

Safely operate machinery with maximum efficiency, while maintaining product quality and adhering to regulatory and company guidelines for sanitation and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery, including machine set-up, operation, change overs, and troubleshooting to detect product defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary;
• Maintain GMP standards at and around machinery;
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for machinery in assigned area;
• Cross train or receive training on equipment as defined by manager;
• Maintain accurate document documentation;
• Issue raw materials into assigned work orders;
• Work safely, consistently with company safety rules and regulations;
• Maintain good attendance record per company policy;
• Report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred;
• Prior machine operation experience preferred;
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as bump cap, hair net, ear plugs, beard net (if applicable), Kevlar gloves, safety glasses, and leather, skid-resistant work shoes/boots;
• Basic computer and communication skills, math functions, and reasoning;
• Use various hand tools (knife, water house, band cutters, can opener, scales, Telnet scanners, various small hand tools as required for position/product testing);
• Previous experience operating a forklift (for applicable work areas);
• Lock out/tag out certified;
• Possess a continuous improvement and team-oriented mindset.

Working Conditions

• Long periods of standing/moving;
• Working around moving mechanical parts/conveyors;
• Loud environment;
• Hot/cold, wet/dry conditions;
• Frequent reaching/pulling/climbing stairs/stooping/kneeling/bending;
• Ability to lift/carry heavy objects.