1st Shift Production Machine Operator

Truvant; Town of Boscobel (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Truvant in Wisconsin seeks a Production Operator to set up and run machines, ensuring throughput, yield and quality targets are met. You will follow approved production and quality documentation, maintain materials, and address equipment issues promptly on the production floor.

No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge gained on the job about company products, policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate various equipment as needed to perform the job.
• Ability to maintain quality, differentiate products, colors, and features.
• Ability to follow procedures and work safely on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines following production and quality docs.
• Maintain supplies and ensure correct packaging materials.
• Diagnose issues and apply root-cause fixes for equipment.
• Make regular machine adjustments to sustain efficiency.
• Communicate across departments to resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure proper weights, packaging and labeling per specs.
• Supervise production associates and ensure duties are performed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Regulatory compliance

Machine operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

To setup and operate machines based on specified target levels of throughput, yield, and rework by following all approved production and quality documentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that all necessary supplies are continuously available on-hand, and the set-up of the work area is correct for production.
• Able to maintain quality standards including differentiating between products, colors and distinguishing features
• Perform basic mathematical functions accurately with minimal support
• Diagnose and resolve issues by identifying root causes and implementing solutions for mechanical and Automation equipment
• Utilize basic tools to make proper machine adjustments as needed to maintain operational efficiency
• Communicate effectively within the department and across other departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely issue resolution.
• Ensure proper fill weights with Quality
• Ensure Production Associates on the machine/production line are performing job duties as assigned
• Verify that the correct packaging material is in use
• Correct all machine errors/stops as quickly as possible.
• Complete all required paperwork that applies to specific areas and products
• Palletize products appropriately
• Identify defective products
• Operate a pallet jack, pallet wrapper, and other required equipment
• Seek continuous improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• No previous experience required
• On the job training provided

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge gained through on the job training of company products, policies, and procedures
• Skill in operating various equipment as needed to perform the job
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to function cooperatively and effectively in a team environment with peers and personnel in other departments
• Ability to keep company and customer information that is discussed or viewed while under employment with Truvant confidential
• Ability to adhere to all regulatory and company policies, procedures, work instructions including but not limited to: Truvant policies, customer specific policies, ISO, GMP’s, USDA, regulatory food safety and food defense

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to read documents, printouts, computer screens and other communication
• Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers
• Must be able to reach, touch, grasp
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to climb, stoop/kneel, lift, pull and push
• Must be able to conduct yourself in a safe manner to avoid accidents while on the production floor.
• Must be able to work in various environments based on building location and products, which are fast-paced with exposure to moving machinery
• Level of Physical Requirements: Sedentary to medium work level; lifting and positioning weight loads up to 50 pounds on a regular basis

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• 0% - Optional travel may be offered to support business needs