Production Machine Operator - Lasers

Crain Walnut Shelling, Inc.; Los Molinos (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Production Machine Operator to join their team in Los Molinos, California. This role involves operating production line equipment and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate should have previous experience in a manufacturing environment and strong problem-solving skills. The company offers competitive pay and opportunities for career growth. To apply, send your resume or cover letter to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is required.
• Must be able to write and speak English clearly; bilingual is a plus.
• Experience with automation and forklift certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage packaging equipment and ensure compliance.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment.
• Train and mentor new employees.

Skills

Previous experience operating machinery

Knowledge of tooling and materials handling techniques

Forklift experience and certification

Sound analytical problem-solving skills

Bilingual communication

Job description

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $24.00/hr

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Production Machine Operator is a mid-level position responsible for operating the production line equipment safely, effectively, and efficiently to ensure product compliance to company, industrial and customer standards. This position sets-up/changes over, adjusts, maintains, and operates the various parts of computerized/manual packing equipment. Strict compliance of all company GMPs and policies, Food Safety regulations, and SOPs is required. The position also requires the ability to work in a primarily standing position, have good reliability and flexibility, and communicate effectively with co-workers and the management of the company.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and maintain necessary supplies for line, maintaining quality of production output. Includes preparing for next shift’s production and finalizing any paperwork in an accurate, clear, and concise manner.

• Operate, monitor and manage all packaging and laser equipment and associated documentation.
• Conduct full line and equipment start-up, changeovers, and operations.
• Create, maintain, and update equipment programs and recipes to ensure maximum quality and productivity is achieved.
• Set-up, verify and maintain equipment for proper coding of the packaging.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, and possible repairs on equipment.
• Report any food safety issue observed to manager/supervisor immediately.
• Audit and correct GMP, safety and cleanliness issues on the packaging line and area.
• Responsible for the training and mentorship of new employees.
• Ensure maximum productivity & efficiency in a safe and compliant manner to achieve packaging performance and quality goals are being met.
• Build a culture of ownership, accountability, respect, and teamwork.
• Ensure that all SOPs and GMPs are followed.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and neat work and departmental area. (e.g. sweeping the floor, removing debris/trash, end of shift cleaning.)
• Maintain a working knowledge of all operating systems and machines.
• Serve as backup in all packaging functionalities.

Requirements:

• Previous experience operating machinery, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of tooling and materials handling techniques
• Write and speak English clearly and concisely. Bilingual a plus.
• Forklift experience and certification is a plus
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays and rotating shifts (day/swing) as needed.
• Experience / knowledge with automation is a plus.
• Possess sound analytical problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Demonstrate ability to prioritize conflicting demands.

We offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for career growth within our organization. If you have the required skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

To apply please send your resume and/or cover letter to [e-mail]

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

• Production, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)