3rd Shift Machine Operator/Pallatizer 1

Great Lakes Cheese; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food and beverage manufacturing is seeking an Entry Level Machine Operator. In this role, you will operate and maintain essential equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You will be responsible for stocking pallets, performing preventive maintenance, and working collaboratively with production teams to tackle any operational challenges. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team, where your contributions will help maintain high production standards in a fast-paced environment. If you're ready to kickstart your career in manufacturing, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Ability to run forklifts and other transport equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain palletizing equipment while ensuring safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with production lines to resolve issues.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Troubleshooting Skills

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MES

Job description

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Job Overview

The Palletizer Operator operates, maintains and cleans equipment from the top of the elevators into the cooler. The Operator is also responsible for tagging pallets and keeping the pallet magazines full while complying with customer specifications and with company policy related to GMPs and Safety.

Job Responsibilities

• Keep VanGol machine stocked with pallets.
• Complete assigned preventive maintenance.
• Verify correct counts of finished product.
• Work with production lines to communicate and help solve issues that affect.
• Inspect Machine E- stops to ensure functionality before production starts.
• Change/maintain batteries and fill out appropriate documentation.
• Set-up and organize boxes and pallets that production will need.
• Scan pallet tags and match them to the pallet.
• Maintain a productive speed to ensure that all needs are met in a timely manner.
• Perform duties in accordance with safety rules.
• Communicate to line personnel with issues, changes, and safety issues.
• Operate forklift in a safe manner.
• Perform pre-operational forklift inspections.
• Productive use of down time.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and count correctly.
• Ensure proper operation of machinery.
• Compliance with all safety standards and regulations per company policy.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies & procedures. Maintain a clean and organized work area
• 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 run forklifts, JLG lift, and other transport equipment.
• Ability to read, comprehend and communicate safety labels on chemical containers.
• Good trouble shooting skills.
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• 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

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Great Lakes Cheese by 2x

Get notified about new Machine Operator jobs in Abilene, TX.

Entry Level Machine Operator 3rd Shift -- Abilene, Tx

Entry Level Machine Operator 2nd Shift -- Abilene, Tx

Plant Utility Operator (Day & Night Shift) | Merkel, TX

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.