Machine Operator II

About the role

This position is responsible for general production work in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art fresh cut produce facility, including cutting, packing, and assembling many types of fresh produce.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Adhere to all rules of safety and regulatory compliance including USDA, QTV, FDA, OSHA, and SQF.
• Ensure quality standards are being met throughout the entire process.
• Cut fresh produce by hand using knives or other hand tools.
• Pack and assemble fresh cut produce.
• Walk, stand, balance, push, pull, reach, and lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Move and grasp items with both hands; hear and see well.
• Work in a cold environment with temperatures that range from 35 to 38 degrees.
• Follow uniform policies related to working in a food production facility.
• Wear steel/composite/aluminum toe, slip-resistant safety shoes/boots.
• Work around cleaning chemicals such as chlorine and sanitizer.
• Work in an environment with ammonia.
• Operate and troubleshoot equipment with machine interfaces responsible for creating recipes.
• Navigate operational features of machinery and troubleshoot to determine root causes of equipment stoppages.
• Monitor machinery operation to identify concerns, make corrections, or report complex problems.
• Ensure machines are in optimal working condition to maintain productivity and quality standards.
• Perform basic troubleshooting with machinery.
• Inspect working condition of equipment, including quality of seals on bags and cups, and blade sharpness.
• Conduct Food Safety Quality Inspection of Raw Materials.
• Work at a fast pace while maintaining safety awareness, including in the warehouse.
• Communicate effectively with different departments to deliver expected customer service levels.
• Be cross-trained on various areas of the production floor.
• Plan production runs to reduce changeovers and manage time effectively.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months of food processing experience.
• At least 6 months of experience with large-scale food preparation equipment and techniques.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include holidays and weekends.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Read and write basic English.
• Strong mindset and uphold standards of machine safety and operational procedures.
• Complete inspections before and after equipment usage.
• Technology proficiencies to learn how to operate equipment with machine interfaces.
• Leadership skills and ability to work well with a team.

Skills

• Attention to detail regarding equipment condition and food safety quality.
• Ability to troubleshoot machinery and identify root causes of stoppages.
• Effective communication across departments.
• Time management and planning production runs.