Food Packaging Machine Operator — 1st/2nd Shift

Evolving Solution Services; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 26,036 - 27,855; Full time

Job summary

Evolving Solution Services in Paw Paw, MI is hiring a Packaging Machine Operator for full-time work on 1st and 2nd shift. Tends and operates packaging machines, ensuring continuous production flow and product quality.

Must follow SQF and GMP rules; a high school degree is not required. Previous food manufacturing experience preferred. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and move up to 50 pounds is expected, with training provided for safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Education/Knowledge/Experience: High school degree not required.

Responsibilities

• Tends and operates machines. Operates one or more machines at a time. Communicates with other machine operators to maintain continuous flow on production line. Makes minor line changes.
• Starts and stops machine and observes operation to detect any malfunctions. Reports malfunctions to supervisor and/or mechanic.
• Verifies use of correct supplies, including cartons, cans, lids, labels, etc., against production schedule. Checks supplies for damages, such as dented cans. Reports any concerns or signs of product tampering to the Supervisor immediately.
• Verifies accuracy and enters product codes as required. Changes time codes on an hourly basis.
• Feeds product, raw materials, and or supplies into machine by hand, or by conveyor, and other feeding devices. Monitors product temperature to ensure standards achieved, as required. Replenishes machine supplies during operation.
• Makes minor adjustments and repairs, such as adjusting filler weights, cleaning machine, and clearing away damaged product.
• Records information, such as number of products produced or number of damage items, as required. Tracks and explains downtime. Completes appropriate reports and paperwork.
• Inspects processed product. Checks to ensure accurate product coding. Removes improperly processed or damaged product from production line.
• Removes samples from line for testing.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly.
• Reports any Food Safety, Food Quality Issues to Supervisor immediately.

Job description

Evolving Solution Services in Paw Paw, MI is hiring a Packaging Machine Operator for full-time work on 1st and 2nd shift. Tends and operates packaging machines, ensuring continuous production flow and product quality.

Must follow SQF and GMP rules; a high school degree is not required. Previous food manufacturing experience preferred. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and move up to 50 pounds is expected, with training provided for safety protocols.