Machine Operator 4

Position Summary

The Machine Operator 4 position requires work exposure in multiple areas in our refrigerated production environment. The PMO 1 is specifically responsible for operating the packaging equipment.

What you will Do

• Ensure compliance with and maintain all GMP/PPE/Safety, SQF, HACCP & Sanitation guidelines and processes.
• Complete pre-flight and shut down procedures. Set up the bagger (Hayssen) per bag specifications.
• Maintain equipment and quality (bag and contents). Perform preventative maintenance of the equipment (Program Bagger and scales, etc.) when necessary.
• Conduct quality inspections, visual checks of defect, FO’s, size, color, quality, etc.
• Manage and reduce waste (product giveaway) by use of scale system. Establish Bagged Salad Efficiency (Production rates and BPM).
• Certify the bag meets product and order specifications numbers by visual checks of lot numbers and code dates.
• Validate quality of the bag (air testing, seals, code date, weight, nitrogen, volume, etc.)
• Lift/carry forming tubes and film roll and adjust to bagger equipment (50 lbs).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak English; basic math skills.
• Ability to be cross trained and multi-task in multiple positions.
• Willingness and flexibility to work in a cold, wet, fast-paced, 24 hour plant environment.
• Ability to work independently
• GED/High School Diploma.

Physical Work Environment/Demands

• Ability to frequently move, push, or carry items 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 the maintenance shop & production floor.
• Ability to ascend/descend on stairs/ladder for repairs
• Ability to position self to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• 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