Bottle Production Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

G&J-Pepsi-Col; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Matching

Pension Plan

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

G&J Pepsi-Cola is seeking a Machine Operator to set up and operate production equipment in a fast-paced beverage facility. The role ensures machines run to exact specifications and that raw materials are correctly handled for each product line.

Responsibilities include changing over machines, performing quality checks, maintaining records, and assisting with minor maintenance. The position requires attention to safety standards and the ability to work the 2nd shift, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm, or until

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 year experience in machine operation or production line preferred.
• Ability to read and follow procedures; work quickly, independently and safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines (palletizer, depalletizer, denester, case packer) per standards.
• Perform raw material checks and machine changeovers for product being produced.
• Adhere to OSHA, safety, and Pepsi policy requirements; wear PPE.
• Communicate status with teammates and supervisor; report issues promptly.
• Conduct code checks, taste tests and production reports as required.
• Maintain clean work area and perform minor machine maintenance as needed.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Reading & Writing

Teamwork

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Palletizer

Depalletizer

Case packer

Labeler

Coder

Job description

Machine Operator

Build your future with G&J Pepsi. Our Machine Operators earn $25.46per hour and receive competitive benefits, such as:

• 401K Matching
• Pension Plan
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and supplemental insurance benefits

Schedule:2nd Shift, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm or until done, Monday - Friday

Position Summary

To serve our internal and external customers by ensuring that production machines are set up and operated according to established company standards

Essential Functions

• Operates production machine (e.g. palletizer, depalletizer, denester, case packer) according to established company standards; ensures machine is set for correct specifications (e.g. package size).
• Ensures that the correct raw materials (e.g. bottles, cans, caps, lids) are run through equipment according to product being produced and that quality of raw materials meets established company standards; performs raw material and machine changeovers.
• Adheres to all company policies, standards and procedures (e.g. OSHA and safety requirements, AIB and Pepsi standards, Federal/State/Local laws); wears all required personal protective equipment.
• Communicates with co-workers, supervisor and management team verbally regarding the status of work activities (e.g. any issues with equipment, product quality and production process) and other information; supervisor regarding questions or issues with daily assignments.
• Performs code checks, taste tests and other quality tests; calculates efficiencies.
• Completes code check reports, taste test reports, production reports, time off requests and other required paperwork according to established standards.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works overtime as needed to meet workload demands. Performs other related duties as required.
• Performs minor adjustments and maintenance to machine to ensure it is operating according to established standards.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area (e.g. cleans up any product and/or container spills; disposes of trash and recycling materials into proper containers).

Education

High School or GED required

Experience

0 - 1 years of machine operator and/or production line experience; previous beverage production experience strongly preferred.

Other Requirements

Knowledge of: beverage production process; beverage industry. Skill in: internal customer service. Ability to: work quickly, efficiently and independently; multi-task; communicate effectively with other employees and develop good working relationships; adapt to change; read and write; perform basic math functions (e.g. addition and subtraction); be trained on operating a computer, palletizer, depalletizer, case packer, labeler, coder and other mechanical equipment. Other functions, skills and abilities may also apply.