Machine Operator

Newly Weds Foods; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Newly Weds Foods is seeking a packaging operator to efficiently run packaging lines and bag/pack finished product. The role includes rotating to other pack-line positions as needed and ensuring product integrity.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of packaging experience in a food manufacturing setting, with the ability to lift 55 lbs and push/pull up to 250 lbs. Training will be provided, and safety rules must be followed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; 1 year packaging experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Physical ability to lift up to 55 lbs and push/pull up to 250 lbs.
• Experience operating packaging equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment and bag/pack finished product on packaging lines.
• Assist in rotating to other positions at the line as needed.
• Set up machine for startup and verify ingredients and batch with supervisor.
• Complete paperwork and maintain line cleanliness and GMP.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Math skills

Problem solving

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Packaging equipment

Scale

Label printer

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Performs functions directed towards successfully and efficiently meeting packaging goals for customer orders by being responsible for operating the equipment, and bagging/packing of the finished product on packaging lines. This person will rotate to other positions at the pack lines as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Properly sets up machine for start up.
2. Verifies ingredients being bagged.
3. Verifies batch with Supervisor as needed.
4. Fills bags with product as per the required weight and maintains packaging line standards.
5. Continuous lifting / pushing of bags/boxes weighing up to 55 lbs.
6. Required to assist in stacking at the end of the line as needed by building/labeling/loading boxes/bags onto a pallet. Requires lifting up to 55 lbs. continuously.
7. Required to assist in dumping of product as needed. Requires pushing/pulling up to 250 lbs.
8. Completes paperwork as needed.
9. Must maintain integrity of product.
10. Must assist in inventory and cycle counts.
11. Keeps area and equipment clean; follows LOTO procedures when cleaning equipment.
12. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
13. Must follow good manufacturing practices, and be responsible for sanitation of assigned area.
14. Must follow all Safety Rules.
15. Cooperates in maintaining a safe and respectful work environment.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the above functions satisfactorily. The required levels of knowledge, skill and ability are described in greater detail in the following sections.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School or GE Diploma with a minimum of 1 year packaging experience in a food manufacturing environment. Must successfully complete on the job training.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Verbal and written communication skills are of importance as this position requires following written and verbal instructions; communication with plant level supervisors and other employees; will occasionally communicate with plant level management.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Must be able to solve common problems in a number of concrete standard situations and understand instructions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to comfortably operate packaging equipment, including scale and label printer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

While performing the day to day tasks of this job the employee will stand for long periods of time while using hands and arms to possibly handle and operate objects. Occasionally the employee will need to kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb. The employee will occasionally need to talk and listen to others. There is frequent lifting involved with objects weighing up to 55 pounds; pushing and pulling up to 250 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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.

The job is performed in the production area where the person will be exposed to strong aromas, airborne dust particles emanating from ingredients being used, and will be in the presence of or otherwise operating machinery.