First Shift Food Packaging Machine Operator

Ferrero; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrero is seeking a Machine Operator - 1st Shift to efficiently run the assigned production lines and adhere to quality and safety standards. The role requires communicating requirements to line associates and documenting production and quality data on the line.

Responsibilities include operating packaging and processing equipment, changeovers, material handling, and maintaining sanitary practices. Candidates should have basic math skills, be able to pass training, and perform inventory entry

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic math, reading level to understand machinery diagrams and technical instructions.
• Ability to pass company training and certification programs with respect to machine operation, and food safety.
• Basic computer entry for inventory control purposes.

Responsibilities

• Operate all equipment assigned to the area; including enrobers, shrink or flow wrappers, cutting equipment, melters, and tempering machines.
• Follow appropriate SOPPs, SSOPs, GMPs, and equipment specific procedures.
• Record production details including line rates, downtime, quality tests, and total production.
• Ensure lines are supplied with necessary and appropriate raw and packaging materials for each SKU.
• Changeover lines in required time frames with line associates.
• Follow established sanitary production guidelines.
• Transport waste, rework and trash to the appropriate areas with line associates.
• Ensure that all date and production codes are correct.
• Direct assigned line associates in the appropriate manner to achieve goals.
• Work any assignment as directed by supervisor.
• Assure regular and timely attendance per company guidelines.
• Work overtime as assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in on-going training to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Responsible to uphold and maintain the food safety and quality systems.

Job description

Ferrero is seeking a Machine Operator - 1st Shift to efficiently run the assigned production lines and adhere to quality and safety standards. The role requires communicating requirements to line associates and documenting production and quality data on the line.

Responsibilities include operating packaging and processing equipment, changeovers, material handling, and maintaining sanitary practices. Candidates should have basic math skills, be able to pass training, and perform inventory entry