Machine Operator

Pictsweet Company; Bells (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401k match

Paid vacation holidays

Job summary

The Pictsweet Company is seeking a machine operator to join our packaging team. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining the packaging line, setting up lines for production, and running multiple lines as needed.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment and product quality, performing minor repairs, and ensuring safety standards. Weekend and extended hours may be required in a cold facility environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a machine operator or related craft.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the packaging line(s) and associated equipment.
• Set up lines for production runs and run multiple lines.
• Monitor equipment, product, and packaging; ensure safety, quality and production standards.
• Perform basic mechanical duties including repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Operate ink jet coders and case printers; communicate line progress to supervision.
• Develop solutions to minimize downtime and meet efficiency targets.

Skills

2+ years experience

English communication

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

VFFS baggers

Weigh machines

Job description

Overview

The Pictsweet Company is growing! We are currently looking for a machine operator to join our team!

Benefits:

• Benefits begin on first day of employment for Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA


• 100% Company paid benefits includes Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability Insurance


• 401k with Employer Match


• Vacation Days, Sick Leave, & Paid Holidays

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation and mechanical maintenance of assigned packaging line(s).


• Works cooperatively with supervisors, maintenance, and line workers to meet productivity standards.


• Sets up line for production runs.


• Capable of running multiple lines.


• Continually monitors packaging equipment, product, packaging and personnel for the production run.


• Maintains safety, quality and production standards for each production run.


• Perform minor mechanical duties including minor repair of all line equipment.


• Maintain and operate ink jet coders as well as case printers.


• Performs preventative maintenance on line equipment as scheduled.


• Communicates progress of line to supervision.


• Responsible for correcting errors on line.


• Actively develop solutions to limit operational downtime.


• Consistently meet 100% efficiency standards and goals for film and over fill reduction for a sustained period.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience:

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a machine operator or related craft.


• One-year of experience in direct operation and maintenance of machinery similar to those used by Pictsweet is preferred.


• Will be capable of running two or more lines and/or performing general mechanical duties.


• Must be able to maintain and repair basic mechanical operations of line equipment.


• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, weigh machines, metal detectors, VFFS baggers, and material handling systems.


• Should possess an advanced understanding of packaging systems, applicable to Pictsweet packaging equipment.

Cognitive & Psychological:

• Must be able to understand basic mathematical computation.


• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and written in English.


• Must be able to excel in a cooperative team environment.

Other:

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.


• Must be able to stand, lift, bend, and walk for an extended period.


• Must be able to work in cold environment (30-40 degrees), non-climate controlled area, and outdoor weather conditions.


• Must be willing to work extended hours as needed (including weekends and holidays).

The Pictsweet Company is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/V/H