MACHINE OPERATOR

About the role

Machine Operator 1st and 2nd shift available (4-day work week/weekends off) (Fridays as needed). 1st Shift: Monday - Thursday 6:30 am - 5:00 pm 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 3:30 am ($1.75/hour Shift differential).

Responsibilities

• Operate vertical form or horizontal fill equipment with Programmable Logic Control (PLC) electronics.
• Take action necessary to insure continuous product flow.
• Absorb and troubleshoot system problems.
• Complete required QA and production reports.
• Communicate clearly with others in processing and support positions.
• Safely operate pallet jack to move materials.
• Perform area-wide and system cleaning (5s) to meet Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) expectations.
• Adhere to all safety, operating, Safe Quality Food (SQF), and GMP procedures/policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior Machine Operator experience.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Manufacturing Experience in food a plus.

Qualifications

• Successful Attributes: Initiative to organize and accurately perform all job functions Ability to effectively work at line speeds in accordance with company production standards. Curious, with desire to continuously learn and to support continuous improvement. Possesses a strong attention to detail. Self-starter with the capacity to work with minimal supervision as well as work as part of a team. Can easily adapt to change in the work environment.
• Physical Attributes: Ability to lift up to 30 lbsAbility to regularly stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Read and interpret documents.

Skills

• Computer literacy.
• Basic mechanical skills.

Benefits

• 401K plan matching
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Accrued vacation and 9 paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Voluntary Disability Insurance

Pay

Starting wage: $18.50 and up depending on experience.

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday - Thursday 6:30 am - 5:00 pm 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 3:30 am

Company Information

Sauer Brands, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender, disability, national origin, veteran, other protected status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Location

New Century, KS