Machine Operator

Prc Inc.; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Prc Inc. in West Jordan, Utah, is seeking a Machinery Operator who will install, maintain, and operate production machinery while ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate must follow instructions, monitor settings, and maintain documentation.

Applicants should possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and have the physical capability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods. Join our supportive team culture and contribute to our production goals.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 10-hour days.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production machines according to procedures.
• Verify line settings of equipment.
• Maintain machinery for optimum performance.
• Document and log production data.
• Communicate with Supervisor/Management professionally.
• Ensure housekeeping and sanitation.

Skills

Ability to follow direction

Professional communication

Ability to work in a team

Food safety training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

F/F/S machinery

V-blender

Job description

Job Summary

Install, maintain, and operate machinery according to instruction given by the Production Supervisor and/or Management. Assures consistent quality of production by operating machinery within parameters set by specifications for individual products. Includes following instructions; monitoring machine parameters; utilizing tools and machinery; filling documentation; interacting with staff.

Requirements

Essential Job Duties and responsibilities

• Set up and operate production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Verify line settings (operations/packaging) of equipment per established specifications.
• Maintains machinery to achieve optimum performance using tools available.
• May make needed repairs to machinery with instruction from Production Supervisor or Management.
• Interacts with quality control and other staff to ensure proper documentation is being filled out and quality control weights and measures are being documented.
• Verify weights/measures of finished product during manufacturing per established specifications.
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and in a timely fashion.
• Log data from testing performed, including weights and burst tank test.
• Communicate to Supervisor/Management in a professional manner.
• Follow and improve area processes as needed.
• Housekeeping and sanitation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow direction and fill forms for providing in-process quality control measures.
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively.
• Reading and comprehension abilities.
• Must be able to pass food safety training.
• As needed, must be able to work all shifts, weekends.
• Ability to work in a Team environment in a positive manner of respect, cooperation & flexibility.

Minimum Qualification Standards

• Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent degree and training.
• Equivalent combinations of education and work experience will be considered.
• Equipment, Machines, and Software Used:
• This position requires the regular use of F/F/S (form/fill/seal) machinery and other large equipment like the V-blender. Ability to interpret machine settings with some understanding of computer functions.

Physical Activities and Requirements

Ability to lift 50 pounds. Requires ability to continually stand and walk for up to 10-hour days.