10428 Machine Operator- Pop

Barcel USA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snacks company in Los Angeles seeks a dedicated individual to operate bagger machines and ensure product quality. Responsibilities include following standard operating procedures, performing quality checks, and documenting production outputs. Candidates must possess a good understanding of food safety, a positive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. The role requires physical stamina, availability on weekdays and weekends, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This position offers growth opportunities in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on foot for long periods.
• Excellent physical condition and stamina.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Operate bagger machines following SOPs.
• Perform quality checks and maintain documentation.
• Ensure teams work together on the production line.

Skills

Understanding of food safety

Teamwork

Excellent communication

Positive attitude

Job description

Popcornopolis is a brand under Barcel USA, well known for the Takis brand. We are part of Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest baking company with operations in over 33 countries. Barcel USA employs +450 associates across the U.S. in one corporate office, two plants and a sales associate to ensure our consumers fresh products. We offer our associates the opportunity to feed their own lives through exciting work and make a real difference in their professional and personal lives.

Our goal is to build delicious snacks that bring a pop of joy to every household. We strive to reach this goal in everything we do. We contribute to shared experiences that spread joy in the lives of our associates, consumers, vendors, and partners. We accomplished this by assembling a team that works well together, appreciates one another, and collaborates with propelling the company forward.

Operating Bagger Machine(s) following the standard operation procedures (SOP’s), Maintain proper quality checks & standards on the line, follow all safety, food safety and GMP programs. In addition to report production output, raw materials usage & proper documentation of the line. Troubleshoot baggers, assist with set ups.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow the standard operation procedure (SOP’s)
• Follow the settings designed for specific product
• Review and fill the out the operator check list
• Ensure all quality checks are performed before starting line
• Ensure Pre-op inspection of the line is complete before starting line
• Capture information, lot numbers, quantity, start/stop time etc.
• Document all DT related to the production run
• Make sure to return all the ingredients you will no longer use to the appropriate place, during or at the end of the shift
• Count, wrap and label with qty for any materials not used that need to be returned to stock
• Notify the supervisor if the line is not work properly according to our standards
• Work with the members of the line to ensure that cooking and packing are working together and we have no issues with product up-stream
• Maintain registration sheets as needed and required by the QA department
• Keep your work area clean and floor free of trash and debris
• Ensure all associates working on the line are sent to break and lunch on time
• Report any incidents with associates or equipment to Supervisor & Mechanic in a timely manner
• Assistance in training new employees or employees of the company that will change position
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
• Complete the tasks and projects required by the company
• Promote safety in the work area understanding and complying with safety measures and reporting any accident on time
• Perform other activities assigned to you by the Supervisor or manager
• Practice and abide by all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Understand general operation of all equipment.
• Notify supervisors of any food safety concerns.
• Practices (GMPs)
• Understand Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Support Food Safety Culture

Qualifications

• Good understanding of food safety
• Positive Attitude
• Excellent communication. Ability to listen properly
• Have the ability to work with the equipment on foot and for long periods
• Ability to work as a team
• Ability to work with the sense of urgency
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• be available to work from 3-6 days a week, weekdays, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations such as: Sum subtraction, multiplication and division
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or less
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation process, review lists and written recipes English/Spanish

Barcel USA LLC is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, disability, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, reassignment, layoff, discharge, education, training, and all other working conditions.

We believe diversity drives innovation and success. We proudly welcome applications from individuals with disabilities, veterans, and women, and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.