Machine Operator I-Sweet Tart Rope Production Line

Work Location: Itasca. Position requires the ability to work overtime, including varying start times, end times, and weekends based on business needs.

Schedule

• Hours: 7 PM – 7 AM
• Alternating weekly schedule:
  • One Week: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday: 48 hours
  • Next Week: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 36 hours

Responsibilities

• Read formulas and follow product specifications and manufacturing instructions.
• Organize materials and time to prevent delays in production.
• Operate electronic controls, overhead hoists, balances, batching systems, mixers, cooker, and conveyors to prepare and deliver licorice mass and/or sugar paste to extruder.
• Record raw material and production batch lot traceability information on appropriate forms and within SAP.
• Operate and adjust extruder and conveyor equipment, electronic control systems, and analytical equipment to produce product meeting specifications.
• Disassemble equipment for cleaning and reassemble prior to production, including use of hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, and manual chain hoist.
• Perform daily (beginning and ending) inventory of work area.
• Lift bags of various ingredients to transfer into batching vessels or holding containers.
• Transfer materials into weigh-up containers using a scoop.
• Lift bins of scrap occasionally as needed.
• Move pallets of material using pallet jack occasionally as needed.
• Roll extruder into and out of position for production and cleaning.
• Replenish materials (sugar, flour, acid, color, flavor) using Globe/SAP.
• Maintain clean work area utilizing daily GMP checklists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions.
• Promote teamwork; possess a good attitude and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed.
• Ability to problem solve by adjusting variables in standardized situations.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of standard tools and production equipment.
• Minimum of 1 year experience operating industrial production machinery and/or working in food manufacturing strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits enhancing health and financial wellness.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Eligible employees may receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
• Learn more about benefits at Ferrara Benefits Resource Center.

Pay

$25.50 per hour plus a $0.39 per hour shift differential.