Machine Operator 1st Shift

Purpose Statement

The shift is Monday- Thursday from 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.

The Machine Operator will be responsible for setting up and changing equipment based upon product need, while adhering to all food safety and food quality guidelines.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Must be able to set up, change over, adjust, repair and operate all machinery/ equipment, on all shifts.
• Ensure all equipment is in operating condition and ready for on time start up.
• Must have the knowledge and experience to make necessary adjustments to keep products flowing consistently.
• Performs process control and quality checks.
• Operates date coders and verifies code dates on cases.
• Observes all OSHA and facility safety rules and regulations including use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintains work area in a safe and orderly fashion according to GMP and Safety Guidelines.
• Cleans all equipment using current sanitation practices
• Assists Quality Assurance in obtaining samples of products and other miscellaneous duties.
• Responsible for basic troubleshooting of all processing equipment
• Accurate, timely, and legible completion of daily production reports/ documents.
• Trains new associates
• Performs any other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 Years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide, compute rates and percentages)
• Knowledge, skills, and ability to operate computer programs as needed.
• Must be proficient in Rich’s SCADA system
• Must be able to deal with change, pressure and exercise good judgment skills
• Must have desire and ability to operate as a member of a Self-Directed work team
• Must have ability to work in and contribute to Production Improvement, Associate Involvement, and Temporary Teams as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moderate degree of physical activity
• Daily activities include walking, standing, climbing, reaching, twisting, stooping, grasping, bending, pushing, pulling and moving about the facility.
• Works in high noise area, hearing protection may be required. Hearing ability to meet Manufacturing facility safety requirements
• Vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral and depth perception
• Requires lifting not to exceed 55 lbs.
• Exposed to cold/ heat/ humidity
• Able to work a multi shift environment
• May handle potentially hazardous equipment or material
• Will be required to work around bakery ingredients as part of daily activities