1st Shift Machine Operator I 1508

Great Lakes Cheese; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food and beverage manufacturing is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to join their team. In this entry-level role, you will operate machinery, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while maintaining a clean and efficient work environment. Your mechanical skills and ability to communicate effectively will be essential as you collaborate with line personnel to address production issues. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in a fast-paced production environment, where your contributions will directly impact product quality and customer satisfaction. If you're ready to take on new challenges and grow in the manufacturing sector, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Entry level position requiring basic understanding of manufacturing and mechanical skills.
• Ability to communicate and work as part of a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery efficiently and ensure product quality.
• Perform basic maintenance and sanitation of equipment.
• Communicate daily production and safety issues to line personnel.

Skills

Basic understanding of manufacturing processes

Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve

Above average mechanical ability

Ability to communicate effectively

Teamwork and motivation skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MES

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Overview

The Machine Operator operates machinery to meet customer specifications in compliance with company policy related to GMPs and Safety. Acts in lead capacity to ensure line is running efficiently.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain area, equipment and personal sanitation.
• Ensure proper set up of film, zipper, labels, cheese and operation of machinery.
• Frequently inspect conveyor belt to ensure smooth flow of cheese.
• Inspect Machine E stops to ensure functionality before production starts.
• Load cheese.
• Grease/clean machine and perform basic maintenance tasks based on preventative maintenance schedule.
• Ensure cheese quality.
• Ensure that products produced are within the weight specification/regulation per our Statistical Process Control (SPC) programming system.
• Disassembly and assembly of equipment.
• Sanitation of machinery.
• Productive use of down time.
• Communicate to line personnel on daily production issues, changes, and safety issues.
• Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies & procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education And Experience

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Ability to make minor decisions based on standard practices.
• Ability to read, prepare, and comprehend production reports and worksheets.
• Ability to communicate with line personnel regarding information contained therein, and regarding quality & safety issues.
• Ability to motivate and build teamwork.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Above average mechanical ability required.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to take metric measurements and measurements of temperature.

Preferred Education And Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• Good troubleshooting skills.
• SAP experience.
• MES experience.
• Basic computer skills.

Working Conditions

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.
• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.
• Product weight: up to 50 lbs.
• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

Nearest Major Market: Abilene

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing