Operator III - Machine Operator, 2nd Shift

About the role

Sets up and adjusts machinery used to assemble, ice and decorate cakes according to specification sheets for individual products. Conforms to Good Manufacturing and Safety practices as outlined by company policy.

Responsibilities

• Sets up all equipment to proper settings for the line to run to required speeds and to produce the products at consistent quality.
• Understands product specification sheet and makes the necessary changes in tools and techniques to finish specified product with minimal supervision in various stages of assembly.
• Follows Good Manufacturing Practices by adhering to company policy and keeping work areas and equipment neat and clean on an ongoing basis.
• Reads and understands production schedule; preps machines for next product run.
• Monitors equipment performance and reports damaged or faulty equipment to supervisor.
• Works hand in hand with both the line operator and the icing mixers; helps in either of these areas when needed.
• Acts as a backup for other Machine Operators, Line Operators and Production Leads as assigned.
• Ensures products meet the requirements of the SQF Food Safety Code by reporting to a leader, supervisor, or manager any instances or conditions that would negatively affect the products quality, food safety, or regulatory requirements.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• All employees must keep area clean and be responsible for cleaning during downtime, during changeovers and at the end of a shift.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Math skills.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Basic computer skills and ability to operate scanner gun.
• Demonstrates manual dexterity.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions on a regular basis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment using both hands, lifting arms and reaching overhead, frequent bending/stooping with occasional walking and lifting/moving up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk for a full shift.
• Must be able to work over 40 hours per week and 8 hours per day; ability to work overtime is required.
• Mechanical aptitude a plus.
• Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood, and shellfish.