Finished Goods Line Operator: Training to Mechanic

Mt. Olive Pickle Company, Inc.; Mount Olive (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Olive Pickle Company, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator trainee capable of setting up and operating one piece of equipment, with eligibility to train toward Machine Operator/Mechanic status.

The role requires attention to quality, adherence to food safety, and flexibility to work on various lines, with duties including observing packing schedules, recording downtime, maintaining equipment, and following safety rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trades training a strong plus.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Basic computer skills.
• CRC certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates equipment. Always checks for latest revision of packing schedule before setting up line.
• Monitors to assure that all product adheres to food safety and quality critical limits.
• Visually and physically performs quality checks of labels and coding on assigned line.
• Keeps records of downtime and product checks.
• Adjusts line speeds as needed.
• Performs daily and weekly operational and pre-operational checks on assigned equipment.
• Cleans and maintains assigned work area.
• Works on various lines as needed.
• Follows safety rules and company policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic math

Basic computer skills

CRC certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Conveyors

Labelers

Printers

Case packing equipment

Tamper evident banding machinery

Tray formers

Inserters

Fillers

Palletizers

Shrink wrappers

Job description

Mt. Olive Pickle Company, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator trainee capable of setting up and operating one piece of equipment, with eligibility to train toward Machine Operator/Mechanic status.

The role requires attention to quality, adherence to food safety, and flexibility to work on various lines, with duties including observing packing schedules, recording downtime, maintaining equipment, and following safety rules.