Operations Downline Operator I

About the role

This position is responsible for all functions relating to operating the palletizing equipment and forklift used to package aseptic beverage finished products as well as cleaning (CIP) and sanitizing.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate all energized and non-energized forklift and palletizing equipment.
• Maintains ingredients and material in a First in First Out basis (FIFO).
• Document in written form parts needed to be ordered.
• Relieve other production team members for breaks and absences as required.
• Maintain clean and organized area around equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment.
• Complete inspections of all critical parameters.
• Must be able to work independently as well as professionally with all other team members.
• Completes all required paperwork in a neat & professional manner.
• Proficient and comfortable using a computer.
• Performs a variety of quality and food safety checks to ensure standards and specifications are met.
• Communicate to all other facility personnel regarding any delays or problems that would hinder production.
• Follows all employee safety, food safety and quality procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Responsible for proper shift handoff with incoming/outgoing operators.
• Wears all required PPE, such as protective gloves, aprons, face shields and safety glasses.
• Ledgers and records.
• Able to read manuals and problem solve.
• Able to climb off and on forklifts on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification.
• Passing of background and drug screens.
• Able to keep operating logs and records.
• Able to read and write in English.
• Knowledge and understanding of basic math skills including weight calculations, averages and percentages.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or higher preferred; or two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferably at least one year experience in food manufacturing.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or higher preferred; or two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Featured Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid Family leave.
• Paid maternity leave.
• 401(k) with Match.
• Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital indemnity.
• Paid Holidays.
• Tuition assistance.
• Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance.