Machine Operator

Manna Beverages; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in beverage manufacturing is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator for its Indianapolis location. The role involves operating various packaging machines, ensuring quality control, and maintaining workplace safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with proficiency in problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three to six months related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain packaging machinery.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation to meet GMP standards.
• Monitor production line for quality checks.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Shifts: graveyard

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Medical benefits-eligible first of the month following 28 days of employment. All other benefits-eligible first of the month following 90 days of employment.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Position Overview: This position operates the packaging machines for the manufacturing of beverage products. Job includes operating packaging machines and conveyors, performing cleaning and sanitation requirements to meet GMP standards.

Language Skills: English proficiency required. Spanish is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Amount of Travel Involved: None.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures and work as safe as possible at all times.
• Preparation of case machines and all downstream equipment for operation.
• Daily operation of case machines, which includes the startup, adjusting machine settings, changeovers, and cleaning of Depalletizer, Case Packer, Case Coder, Video Jet, Palletizer, Stretch Wrapper, Shrink Tunnel, and all other related equipment.
• Operation of Forklift, certification required.
• Tear down packages for quality checks.
• Monitor production line, performing visual checks for problems such as pileups, jams or glue that isn’t sticking properly.
• Perform machinery parts changeovers between different product runs which includes handling rolling cart, change parts, etc.
• Clean conveyor, pans and lubricate machinery as needed.
• Verify work orders.
• Check adhesive/glue type and fill as required.
• Check glue temperature setting.
• Visual check for proper and accurate UPC label application (hourly).
• Check for proper and accurate case code (startup, hourly, after changeover).
• Operates machinery using a touch screen computer.
• Operate floor scrubber.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Notify Supervisor when material/package quality issues are observed.
• Notify Supervisor/Maintenance of any equipment issues.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and interaction with customers, co-workers, and management.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Work scheduled shift, weekends, and extended hours as required.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• To perform this job successfully, must be able to perform each fundamental task listed above satisfactorily.
  
  

Experience For Success

• Able to troubleshoot problems.
• Has foresight and understanding of process to be proactive vs. reactive.
• Takes initiative.
• The ability to adapt to many situations is essential.
• Ability to train others
• Ability to understand, record and communicate product description and codes.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret written information.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Demonstrated ability to meet productivity standards.
• Observes safety and security procedures.
• Strong ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally with customers and co-workers.
• Have a strong work ethic and be able to work independently as well as working in a team.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, a professional attitude, and produces accurate work product.
• Must have a cooperative attitude.
• Must have the ability to follow-up.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
  
  

Education And/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required;
• Three to six months related work experience and/or training; Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in math.
  
  

Behaviors & Competencies

• Upholds mental, spiritual and physical safety
• Asks for and provides feedback
• Holds self and others accountable
• Supportive and collaborative of team members
• Participates in self-development and encourages the development of those who report/to him or her and peers
• Demonstrates flexibility and desire for growth
  
  

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, push, and pull. The employee is regularly required to climb up and down stairs, and perform repetitive motions. The employee is regularly required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, pull, lift, pick/pinch, or grasp. The employee must frequently lift and /or move 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as operate production machines where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manna Beverages is an equal opportunity employer-----M/F/D/V