Machine Operator

B&G Foods Inc.; Hurlock (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

B&G Foods is seeking a manufacturing operator in Maryland to support daily line operations. You will verify E-stops and guards, understand procedures, prep materials, and maintain clean, safe work areas.

You must have manufacturing experience, good attendance, and strong communication. You will complete pre-op reports, log downtime, inspect materials, and follow GMP and food safety policies while working with your shift team.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience required.
• Excellent attendance record required.
• Strong communication and reading skills required.
• Good reading comprehension abilities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to identify problems and respond appropriately.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Verify all E-stops are operational and guards are in place before start-up.
• Understand operating and safety procedures of assigned machinery and surrounding equipment.
• Gather and ensure required pre-staged materials are correct before line starts.
• Dispose of materials and debris into proper recycle bins or trash containers.
• Complete and submit Pre-Op Reports, Logs, and Downtime Reports as assigned.
• Verify materials match spec sheets and verify cmd labels.
• Ensure glue machine readings and temperatures are correct and materials are loaded.
• Operate capper steam valve settings and monitor equipment.
• Maintain clean work area and report unsafe conditions.
• Communicate with shift and relay any issues to supervisor.
• Ask questions when unsure and follow training before operating machinery.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety/quality policies.
• All other duties as required.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Excellent attendance

Effective communication

Reading comprehension

Independent work

Problem identification

Basic math skills

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Responsibilities

• Verify all E-stops are operational and all guards are in place before start-up.
• Understand operating and safety procedures of assigned machinery and other surrounding machinery.
• Gather and ensure required pre-staged materials, supplies, etc. are correct before the line begins as applicable.
• Dispose of materials, debris, etc. into proper recycle bins/area and/or trash containers.
• Operate accurately & timely complete all Pre-Op Reports, Logs, Inspection Sheets, Downtime Reports, etc. as assigned and submit to the Lead or Supervisor as required.
• Compare and verify all materials (codes, containers, sizes, labels, etc.) match to Spec Sheets.
• Verify glue machine reading correct temperature and glue machine has glue inside the pod and fill the pod as applicable per machinery operating.
• Ensure the steam valve on the capper is turned on to proper settings when operating the Capper.
• Clean area of any debris, broken glass, etc. throughout the day as needed.
• Communicate with other Operators at shift change, when being relieved from position, etc. with any issues experiencing and throughout the shift (as applicable).
• Ask questions when unsure.
• Ensure proper training before operating machinery.
• Responsible for ensuring food safety/quality policies are followed, to report all food safety/quality problems out of their realm of responsibility to personnel with the authority to initiate action.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Work safe and report all unsafe working conditions and/or unsafe acts to the supervisor immediately.
• Responsible for making sure a good safe wholesome product is produced safely.
• All other duties as required

Experience, Skills, Education

• Manufacturing experience.
• Maintain excellent attendance record.
• Possess Effective Communication Skills.
• Reading/Comprehension Abilities.
• Ability to Work Independently.
• Ability to Identify Problems and Respond Accordingly.
• Possess basic math skills.

Physical Requirements

• Plant Environment.
• Walking/standing while in position.
• Able to work in an outside environment and other extreme conditions.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. – if an accommodation is necessary please notify Human Resources in advance of the interview.

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $16.36 - $27.26

Final base pay will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to; role responsibilities, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and/or internal pay equity. Please keep in mind that we consider internal pay equity and hiring at the maximum of the salary range uncommon.

Benefits

• Paid time off (holidays, vacation and sick days)
• Medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision coverage
• Life, disability and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance programs
• Telemedicine
• Work-life balance
• Employee discounts
• Wellness program
• Paid parental leave

Benefits may vary by location and position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please see www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.