CAP - MACHINE OPERATOR

BERKELEY NUTRITIONAL MANUFACTURING CORP; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

BERKELEY NUTRITIONAL MANUFACTURING CORP is seeking a Machine Operator III to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will perform changeovers, monitor quality, document production activities, and ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and sanitation standards while supporting continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years manufacturing/production experience preferred.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain production equipment.
• Perform equipment changeovers and ensure product quality.
• Maintain production logs and ensure GMP, safety and sanitation compliance.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical aptitude

Problem solving

Mathematical calculations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SUMMARY: The Machine Operator III is an advanced-level manufacturing professional who sets up, operates, troubleshoots, maintains, and optimizes production equipment. The position requires strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, equipment diagnostic and problem-solving skills, and a commitment to quality, safety, efficiency, and compliance with California workplace standards. This role helps meet production goals dietary supplement, pharmaceutical, or consumer product manufacturing.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the work performed in this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list. Management reserves the right to modify, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities in accordance with business needs and applicable California law.EQUIPMENT OPERATION AND SETUPAssemble, disassemble, set up, and operate filling and packaging equipment.Configure and operate primary production machinery and supporting equipment.Set up and calibrate secondary equipment, including printers, checkweighers, metal detectors, vision systems, and X-ray inspection equipment.Perform equipment changeovers efficiently while maintaining product quality and operational standards.Handle and store heavy, precision, and sensitive machine components properly.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCEPerform advanced troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automated equipment.Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine root causes using systematic problem-solving methods.Make machine adjustments, repairs, and fine-tuning to optimize performance.Remove, repair, and reinstall machine components, including motors, shafts, gears, bearings, sprockets, cams, and related mechanical assemblies.Utilize testing and measurement devices such as multimeters, calipers, gauges, and other diagnostic equipment.Identify potential equipment failures and implement corrective actions before operational disruptions occur.Perform preventive and basic corrective maintenance activities.Generate and document maintenance work requests and repair records as required.PRODUCTION AND QUALITY COMPLIANCEFollow all production, quality assurance, sanitation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and safety procedures.Complete production documentation, line clearances, quality checks, and equipment logs accurately and legibly.Monitor production performance to achieve established efficiency, throughput, and quality goals.Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing downtime and increasing productivity.Maintain compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and California workplace safety standards.MATHEMATICAL AND TECHNICAL FUNCTIONSPerform production-related calculations accurately.Convert between grams, kilograms, pounds, capsules, packets, and other packaging units.Calculate yield, loss percentages, efficiencies, and production variances.Read and interpret work instructions, production schedules, specifications, and technical documents.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or equivalent required.One (1) to two (2) years of manufacturing, production, maintenance, packaging, or machine operation experience preferred.Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESAdvanced mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.Working knowledge of electrical systems, machine controls, and production equipment.Proficiency with computers and production-related software systems.Ability to read, complete, and maintain accurate production documentation.Strong mathematical skills, including unit conversions and yield calculations.Understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and continuous improvement principles.Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.Ability to communicate effectively in English; bilingual abilities are a plus.Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification is preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.The employee may be required to:Walk, stand, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, climb stairs, and reach throughout the workday.Lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.Use hands and fingers for gripping, grasping, manipulating controls, and operating equipment.Operate material handling equipment, including pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts (if certified).Work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.Visually inspect equipment, product quality, and production documentation.WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is primarily performed in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment.Employees may be exposed to varying temperatures, machinery noise, dust, odors, allergens, and airborne particles.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required, including gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hairnets, face coverings, uniforms, and safety footwear.Compliance with all company safety programs, Cal/OSHA requirements, and workplace policies is required.