Machine Operator

Horseshoe Beverage Co.; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts on coffee

Job summary

Horseshoe Beverage Co. in Neenah, WI is seeking a Machine Operator to ensure safe, efficient operation and high-quality can and bottle production.

You will support packaging, assist with maintenance, and enter data in the ERP system while collaborating with operators, quality techs, and the area supervisor to keep the line running smoothly. The role requires 3+ years in food production or machine operation, proficiency in Excel, and a strong focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• 3+ years food production and/or machine operating experience.
• High School diploma or GED preferred; post-secondary education a plus.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of food safety and food quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate state-of-the-art equipment for beverage processing and packaging in cans and bottles.
• Collaborate with team to meet product quality and customer needs.
• Troubleshoot equipment and improve process efficiency.
• Change over and adjust equipment between production runs.
• Accurately manage inventory in ERP system.
• Operate forklift or pallet jack to move materials.
• Maintain plant sanitation and assist quality checks.

Skills

Self-directed

English proficiency

Team player

Food production experience

Machine operation

Excel

Food safety standards

Mechanical troubleshooting

Attendance reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Fuel The Flavor! - Join Us Now as a Machine Operator!

Are you a coffee enthusiast with a passion for precision and excellence? At Trilliant Food and Horseshoe Beverage, we believe that great coffee starts with passionate individuals. If you have a desire to be a part of a thriving coffee production team, this opportunity is perfect for you! Join us as a Machine Operator and play a key role in the pursuit of excellence.

• Located in Little Chute, WI right off I-41.
• Learn all processes involved in producing and packaging coffee and protein products.
• Great opportunities for career advancement.
• Enjoy the perks of a 2-2-3 straight shift schedule with 3-day weekend off every other weekend.
• Benefits include competitive hourly pay, 401K, Health, Vision and Dental insurance, also exclusive discount prices on coffee products reserved for employees.

Position Overview:

The Machine Operator is responsible for ensuring efficient and safe machine operation, producing high quality product and finish product packaging, inspecting equipment, and performing preventative maintenance; completing paperwork and data entry; assisting in packaging area and cross-training on other machine operation duties keeping production area clean and orderly. This individual will be regularly communicating with other operators, quality techs, and the area supervisor to ensure the process runs smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Operating state of the art equipment that processes and packages beverages in both cans and bottles.
• Works with others to produce quality products that meet our customer's needs.
• Troubleshooting equipment and working with others to come up with ways to drive inefficiencies out of the manufacturing process.
• Changing over and adjusting equipment between production runs.
• Responsible to accurately create and consume inventory in an inventory management system
• Operating a forklift or pallet jack to move pallets of raw material.
• Sanitation of the plant and equipment.
• Assisting with performing quality checks on the products.
• Keep area clean and organized.
• Attend production meetings.
• Complete necessary paperwork.
• Troubleshoot and communicate issues that occur with the process or equipment.
• Utilize computer skills to work in the ERP system and other necessary programs.
• Assist in other parts of the facility as needed.

Qualifications:

• Self-directed and personally motivated.
• The ability to read, write, speak and understand English is required.
• Able to be adaptable and work in a fast-paced environment while focusing on meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Good team player able to work well with others and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Good attendance and performance track record.
• Able to effectively time manage and prioritize job functions.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• 3+ years food production and/or machine operating experience
• Good knowledge of and/or passion for learning about coffee manufacturing
• Strong general mechanical abilities and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and food quality standards
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• High School diploma or GED preferred. Post-secondary education is a plus.

Hours, Location and Pay:

We offer a competitive base pay rate and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. Open positions work a straight 2-2-3 schedule either 5:45a-6:00p or 5:45p-6:00am shift. We also have a weekends only role on the same time rotation. All positions work at our Neenah manufacturing facility.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, hear, use hands to type data, use a personal computer and telephone. This employee may occasionally have to operate business machines and lift and/move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required in this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Mental demands include multi-tasking, decision making, problem solving, comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, and synthesizing data.
• Potential for exposure to chemicals, heights, loud noises, mechanical equipment, wet environments, and other potential hazards exists.

Safety Statement:

At Trilliant and Horseshoe, safety is every employee's first responsibility. We expect all employees to adhere to all safety practices, have the moral courage to stop other individuals from performing unsafe acts, and immediately report unsafe conditions.

Disclosures:

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
• Responsible for following food safety/regulatory policies and procedures, executing responsibilities as identified in standard operating procedures, and reporting food safety/regulatory concerns to the Production or Quality Manager.
• Trilliant Food & Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage Company are Drug Free Workplaces. All applicants are subject to a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment.
• Trilliant Food and Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage participate in the E-Verify process.
• EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled
• If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
• Trilliant Food and Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage are Equal Opportunity Employers.
• The principles of the OECD and UN have been taken into consideration and used as guidance in our human rights practices and procedures.