Food Machine Operator

Position: Open Food Machine Operator
* 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.
* Adheres to all GMP, including sanitary requirements, Food Safety, Safety, and Standardized Work procedures so there is no cross contamination of product.
* Ensure equipment lockout procedure is used prior to doing any cleaning or adjustment/repair which requires safety guards to be removed, or which may expose employees to injury through inadvertent movement of machine parts.
* Troubleshoot and/or identify equipment failures or problems. Perform minor troubleshooting, part replacement, and maintenance of packaging and related equipment. Report any need for equipment repair or maintenance.
* Ability to learn SAP and navigate the system.
* Ensure that all material and packaging are correct and meet all the customer and Company specifications against provided work instructions.
* Ensure adequate housekeeping in the work area throughout the day to include maintaining and cleaning machine(s) before and after each shift.
* High School Diploma desired
* Mechanical and troubleshooting ability
* At least 3 years in manufacturing position
* At least 3 years in a machine operator position
* Ability to interpret written and oral instructions
* Ability to troubleshoot problems on VFFS Baggers
* Ability to run and manage two baggers simultaneously
* Understanding of food standards and allergens, in relations 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
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