Machine Operator - Nights
Schedule
- Night Shift: 5:30 PM - 6:00 AM
- Shift Rotation: 2-2-3
Job Summary
This job posting is a general listing for three potential Machine Operator positions—Tetrapak, Volpak, or Ixapak—that may be available at the time of your application. Please note that the specific position cannot be guaranteed.
Position Responsibilities
- Tetra Pak Operation:
- Operating Tetra Pak machine – mixing of materials and products
- Loading ingredients into Tetra Pak machine according to Materne’s specifications
- Using computer interface to monitor equipment
- Reading schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication)
- Testing PH levels, viscosity levels, brix levels, flavor additives using quality devices
- Breaking down machinery with hand tools to clean and sanitize
- Receiving / inspecting materials and accepting or rejecting based on Materne’s specifications
- Observing materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
- Detecting equipment problems and troubleshooting
- Operating industrial carts and power hand carts
- Inspecting product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality
- Completing paperwork and documenting downtime
- Volpak Operation:
- Operating high-speed manufacturing equipment through touchscreen/HMI
- Inspecting product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality
- Conducting sample testing and recording data
- Operating industrial carts, power hand carts
- Performing troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment
- Cleaning work area and sanitizing equipment
- Completing daily paperwork and reports
- Ixapak Operation:
- Operating Ixapak machine in a high speed manufacturing environment
- Working with computer interface to monitor and start/stop equipment
- Resetting robotic arm positions after line shut down
- Loading materials into Ixapak machine
- Sets machine to increase / decrease number of pouches selected for different size packaging sleeves
- Understanding mechanical operation to adjust and manipulate Ixapak machine
- Breaking down machinery with hand tools to clean and sanitize
- Observing materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
- Inspecting pouches for uniformity and quality
- Detecting equipment problems and troubleshooting
- Documenting tracking sheets for machine efficiency and downtime
- Operating industrial carts, power hand carts
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to stand for an entire shift (12+ hours)
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Education
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Technical / Trade School preferred
Experience
- Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Previous experience working in the food industry is a plus
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Mechanical aptitude
- Computer skills
- Basic Math skills
- Competency with weights and measures
Experience
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Work Location: In person
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Bel Brands is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans.