1st Shift (Line 4) Production Machine Operator I

Richelieu Foods Inc.; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food manufacturing is seeking a dedicated Production Machine Operator I to join their team. This role involves operating machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and some experience in food manufacturing. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, 401K with a company match, and paid time off. Join a team committed to delivering great food from great people and enjoy a rewarding career in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 months of food manufacturing or packaging experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and ensure product quality meets specifications.
• Follow safety standards and maintain a sanitary work environment.
• Record downtime and make adjustments for efficient production.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Reliability

Punctuality

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Beaver Dam - BEAVER DAM, WI

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: 1st Shift

1st Shift (Line 4) Production Machine Operator I

Job Description

Machine Operator I (1st and 2nd Shift)

At Richelieu Foods, our mission is simple - Great Food from Great People!

Scope of Work: This position is responsible for operating machinery and supplying the line with products per customer specifications.

Essential Functions

1. Ensure that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards for quality, and safety, and follow the appropriate food safety requirements for an accident-free workplace.
2. Verify conformance to customer specifications, including proper application of ingredients/materials.
3. Ensures that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are followed.
4. Responsible for making any adjustments needed to run production efficiently.
5. Responsible for accurately recording any downtime of the line.
6. Maintain paperwork.
7. Ensures that machinery is maintained in a sanitary condition.
8. Recommends measures to improve methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
9. Follows company policies, and GMPs in addition to performing housekeeping in the area.
10. Responsible for the use of required PPE as per assigned duties.
11. Must be able to follow verbal instructions from the Shift Supervisor and Lead person.
12. Must be detail-oriented and be able to work collaboratively as part of a team.
13. Notify management of any Food/People Safety or Food Quality concerns.
14. Sets up and breaks down machinery.
15. Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.

Education

1. High school, GED, or equivalent.

Skills and Experience

1. One to three months of food manufacturing or packaging experience.
2. Must be reliable and punctual.
3. Work in a fast-paced environment.
4. Ability to work overtime when scheduled.
5. Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of diverse individuals within the plant.
6. Ability to write and read standard information to fill out company documents.
7. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure including but not limited to pounds, ounces, and grams, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and temperatures.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving equipment in the production area. The work environment is cold. The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions when performing sanitation on equipment.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for the duration of the production shift; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is infrequently required to sit, climb, or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employees must be able to wear hearing protection.

We offer a great opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and PTO.

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have three manufacturing facilities located in OH, IL, and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers.

This position is based out of our Beaver Dam, WI location.

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