Open Food Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

About the role

This position is responsible for maintaining, controlling, and operating vertical form fill seal (VFFS) machines and equipment that are used in the manufacturing process.

Shift Hours

Monday - Thursday - 2nd Shift/Nights 10 Hour Shift

Essential Job Functions

• Perform startup checks at the beginning of each shift.
• Perform machine setup before each shift and perform testing procedures to ensure that machines work optimally during production, logging results electronically by hour against set efficiency targets.
• Ensure that all partial pallets, bags, containers, are available and accessible.
• Perform front line preventative maintenance.
• Monitor and perform routine adjustments and calibrations on each Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) machine.
• Monitor all product to be packaged to ensure best quality standards are being met against provided work instructions.
• Maintain proficiency in operations in three key areas: equipment maintenance, safety and environmental awareness, and effective operations.
• Set up (assemble & disassemble), change over, operate, monitor, and adjust equipment on vertical form and fill and seal packaging equipment to meet all finished pouch quality specification and production requirements.
• Disassemble, clean, and sanitize packaging & support equipment using designated cleaning chemicals following documented safety and cleaning procedures for product changeovers.
• Adequately housekeeping in the work area throughout the day to include maintaining and cleaning machine(s) before and after each shift.

Education & Experience

• A High School Diploma desired.
• Mechanical and troubleshooting ability.
• At least 3 years in manufacturing position.
• At least 3 years in a machine operator position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to interpret written and oral instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems on VFFS Baggers.
• Understanding of food standards and allergens, in relation to machine operations.
• Ability to produce at a high level.
• Ability to be proactive vs. reactive.
• Ability to work with plant management for required results.
• Ability to be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to the job.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to plan ahead and follow schedules.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Must be able to stand throughout entire shift to attend to issues with machinery.
• Walking throughout the Packaging area.
• Stand for long periods of time during production run.
• Bend throughout the work shift if loading blocks on pallet.
• Lift up to 25 pounds and move item short distances.
• Reach below shoulder level to lift blocks off conveyor.
• Pull trash receptacles.
• Push levers, brooms and shovels.
• Climb ladders to bins and multiple flights of stairs between floors of the building throughout the day.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $25.00 per hour.

Benefits

This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan and for a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic term life, AD&D, Short- and Long-term disability; EAP; 401(k) retirement savings plan; PTO and paid holidays.

About Us (and Our Exciting Future)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies. Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here. Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.