Day Shift Machine Operator

Bongards Creameries Inc.; Humboldt (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bongards Creameries is seeking a Day Shift Machine Operator at our Humboldt facility. This entry-level role focuses on operating cheese-making equipment on a rotation basis with potential for a permanent position on one of four production lines.

Responsibilities include machine operation, basic troubleshooting, line coverage, and other duties as assigned. Strong math, reading, and writing skills along with good communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent Math, Reading and Writing skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently on assigned duties.
• Adaptable to sudden changes and willing to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow GMP protocols for PPE and cleanliness (handwashing, uniform, tools, etc).
• Learn to operate multiple machines (filler, casting line, wrapper, former, grinder, massman, bander, etc).
• Able to react quickly to resolve unforeseen issues
• Monitor quality of boxes, pouches, labels and communicate to other operators
• Unwrap barrels, ensure cheese packages are made correctly
• Assemble pallets of dry ingredients according to the blend sheet and update ROSS system
• Open cheese packages and place in rework containers
• Cleaning and sanitizing of machines and work areas after production
• Keep work area neat, clean and organized
• Work in a safe, efficient manner in a fast paced team environment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Math skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Independence

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bongards Creameries is a member owned Coop that has been operating since 1908. We take pride in our agricultural roots and our mission to provide a sustainable market for our patron's milk. Our vision is to be the best dairy organization and to be an employer of choice in the region. People come to Bongards for a variety of reasons, but they stay because they are valued, listened to and rewarded for their efforts.

Job Summary

Bongards' Creameries is seeking a Day Shift Machine Operator based out of our Humboldt facility. This is an Entry Level position where the focus is operation of cheese making equipment on a rotational basis with the goal of a permanent assigned position in one of the four production lines. Responsibilities include machine operation, basic troubleshooting of equipment, line coverage wherever needed, other duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practice protocols for PPE and Cleanliness (Handwashing, Uniform, Tools, etc)
• Learn to operate multiple machines (filler, casting line, wrapper, former, grinder, massman, bander, etc)
• Able to react quickly to resolve unforeseen issues
• Monitor quality of boxes, pouches, labels and communicate to other operators
• Unwrap barrels, ensure cheese packages are made correctly
• Assemble pallets of dry ingredients according to the blend sheet and update ROSS system
• Open cheese packages and place in rework containers
• Cleaning and Sanitizing of machines, all work areas after production is finished
• Keep work area neat, clean and organized
• Work in a safe, efficient manner in a fast paced team environment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Excellent Math, Reading and Writing skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Ability to work independently on assigned duties
• Adaptable to sudden changes and willing to learn new skills