Machine Operator – Boxing Line – 2nd Shift

SUMMARY

Machine Operators run high speed automated equipment for the boxing line and manage all aspects of the boxing line. They verify usage of correct materials, commodities & date codes and are responsible for ensuring that our products are produced in accordance with quality and safety standards. The machine operator will need to maintain a good attendance record and meet production standards while working on manufacturing equipment within a Food Manufacturing facility.

Pay: $18.00 – $21.00 per year

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Before startup – checks equipment and work area to ensure safety and sanitation conditions are ready for use.

· Assembles and disassembles equipment for sanitation purposes.

· Set up and adjust equipment for production runs.

· Based on line speed, adjusts equipment to meet specifications, and periodically checks product to ensure specifications are met.

· Perform all quality checks assigned to each position on the production line.

· Coordinates with other departments when needed to ensure the flow of the packaging materials and raw materials meet line needs.

· Maintains records and compiles reports as required for production and quality.

· Assists with and performs changeovers and /or adjustments on machines within area of responsibility.

· Read and interpret packaging specifications, schedules, pallet configurations, code date formats, and all customer specifications.

· Daily attendance to avoid interruption of production.

· Review and enforce the Company’s Food Safety, Quality -GMP’s and Regulatory Standards.

· Follow approved clean up procedures and shutdown.

· Performs other duties as assigned

· Works evenings and weekends as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To execute this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Education: HS Diploma or GED

· Ability to follow simple instructions written and/or oral.

· Use calculator to perform general mathematical functions

· Work with others and coordinate production with co-workers

· Two years of proven experience as a machine operator

· Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery

· Understanding of production procedures

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand for long hours, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. All employees must wear ear protection at all times while in the plant.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is high.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. RRNC is an At-Will Employer.