Machine Operator

Post Holdings, Inc.; North Dakota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading food production company as a Machine Operator, where you'll play a critical role in ensuring quality and efficiency in our pasta-making operations. This position involves operating high-speed automated packaging equipment, maintaining safety and quality standards, and collaborating with leadership to drive continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in machine operation and a commitment to excellence in food safety. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Experience in operating machines in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Ability to maintain documentation and perform minor repairs on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage high-speed automated packaging equipment.
• Ensure packaging quality and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Machine Operation

Quality Control

Safety Regulations Compliance

Documentation Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Automated Packaging Equipment

Job description

Business Unit Overview

8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and nut trail mixes to retail, foodservice and ingredient customers. The company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings’ private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (“THL”), a private equity firm.

Responsibilities

The Machine Operator is an important role for our Pasta-making organization. As a Machine Operator at Dakota Growers Pasta Co., you would run high speed automated packaging equipment and manage all aspects of the packaging line from scale to Palletizer. This role verifies usage of correct packaging materials & date codes, monitors the function of case sealers, and is responsible for ensuring that our products are packaged according to quality and safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Operates packaging equipment according to product specifications and ensuring accuracy in weights and codes. Adjusts machines as required.
2. Maintains proper documentation of downtime and repairs. Performs minor repairs and routine maintenance work on equipment.
3. Continually checks the quality of the product, packaging, and case printing according to standard operating procedures and policies. Responsible for reporting any issues or concerns to Packaging Supervisor, as needed.
4. Inspects and conducts regular deep cleaning of equipment after each product change.
5. Maintains cleanliness of equipment at all times.
6. Operates in accordance with health, safety and fire prevention regulations and practices, and standard operating procedures.
7. Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation.
8. Other duties, as assigned.

Education and Experience Required:

1. Must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

1. High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
2. Previous experience operating machines.
3. Previous experience in a food manufacturing facility.

Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

1. Must be able to balance, stand, walk, and work in high heat/humidity for 8+ hours per shift.
2. Must be able to perform simple grasping for 8+ hours per shift.
3. Must be able to lift up-to 34 pounds for 8+ hours per shift.
4. Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, and work in a dusty environment for 6+ hours per shift.
5. Must be able to push, pull, perform fine manipulation, and feel for 6+ hours per shift.
6. Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds for 6+ hours per shift.
7. Must be able to kneel, sit, reach above shoulders, and climb/work off ladder for 3+ hours per shift.
8. Must be able to operate foot pedals for 3+ hours per shift.
9. Must be able to make fine distinctions in sound, distinguish objects and equipment visually, and express or exchange ideas by spoken or written word.