Machine Operator

8th Avenue Food & Provisions; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Machine Operator to manage packaging equipment and ensure product quality. This role involves operating machinery, performing maintenance, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Previous experience operating machines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates packaging equipment according to product specifications.
• Maintains proper documentation of downtime and repairs.
• Inspects and conducts regular deep cleaning of equipment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

High school education or equivalent

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

Position Summary:

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 warehouse. 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:

• Operates packaging equipment according to product specifications and ensuring accuracy in weights and codes. Adjusts machines as required
• Maintains proper documentation of downtime and repairs. Performs minor repairs and routine maintenance work on equipment
• 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 Supervisor, as needed
• Inspects and conducts regular deep cleaning of equipment after each product change.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment at all times
• Operates in accordance with health, safety and fire prevention regulations and practices, and standard operating procedures
• Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation
• Other duties, as assigned
  
  

Education and Experience Required:

• Must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
• Able to respond to alarms and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Work well with teammates and communicate with all employees with respect and courtesy.
• High school education or equivalent
• Computer proficiency
  
  

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Previous experience operating machines
• 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:

• Must be able to balance, stand, walk, and work in high heat/humidity for 12+ hours per shift
• Must be able to perform simple grasping for 12+ hours per shift
• Must be able to lift up-to 34 pounds for 12+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, and work in a dusty environment for 10+ hours per shift
• Must be able to push, pull, perform fine manipulation, and feel for 10+ hours per shift
• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds for 10+ hours per shift
• Must be able to kneel, sit, reach above shoulders, and climb/work off ladder for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to make fine distinctions in sound, distinguish objects and equipment visually, and express or exchange ideas by spoken or written word