Machine Operator 1 (Plant 3)

UNAVAILABLE; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401k plan

Wellness program

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Paid parental bonding leave

Performance bonus

Job summary

Danone is seeking a Machine Operator 1 – Plant 3 in Eugene/Springfield, OR to maintain safe, efficient machine operation and support changeovers. The role includes operating production lines, handling 50 lb bags, and ensuring product quality while following documentation procedures.

Shift is Monday–Friday (6:30 AM–3:00 PM). Danone offers a strong benefits package and a performance-based bonus, with training toward equipment centers and forklift/pallet jack certification eligibility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Six months of machine operator experience with demonstrated accuracy, dependability and safety.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with SAP and WMS are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate product manufacturing and packaging machines safely and efficiently.
• Provide training and break relief for qualified positions as needed.
• Manage dump and fill stations to maintain product flow and monitor for defects.
• Fill semi-finished goods in 55-gallon drums or 5-gallon pails.
• Supply material to machine as consumed and adjust operations during production.
• Recognize abnormalities and escalate when necessary; monitor upstream and downstream processes.
• Complete documentation such as material consumption, routine checks and safety reports in a timely manner.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

WMS

Pallet jacks

Forklift cert

Job description

Short Intro and About the Job

At Danone, Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently looking to hire a Machine Operator 1 – Plant 3 based in Eugene/Springfield, OR!

SHIFT: Monday-Friday (6:30 AM – 3:00 PM)

This position is responsible for maintaining safe and efficient operation, changeovers and basic troubleshooting on qualified machines. Machine operators are responsible for machines in the production of food products. Machine Operators can be assigned a I, II, or III designation based on equipment and individual qualifications. Machine Operators are required to successfully complete all training for the equipment centers within their job classification.

Danone North America has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options and additionally offers a performance-based bonus.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• You will safely, efficiently, and accurately set up and operate product manufacturing and packaging machines.
• You will support, train, and provide break relief for all positions in which qualified to do so.
• You will manage the dump and fill stations by maintaining product flow and monitoring for product defects.
• You will fill semi-finished good in 55-gallon drums or 5-gallon pails.
• You will retrieve and supply material to machine as it is consumed and make operational adjustments as necessary throughout production, consisting of 50 lb. bags dumped at a high frequency rate.
• You will recognize any abnormalities that require minor intervention by the operator or maintenance and proactively and consistently seek resolution. You will use observations for sound decision-making and escalates as necessary. Monitors all upstream and downstream processes and communicates to fellow operators to minimize impacts to people, product, and equipment,
• You will complete and turn in all required documentation in a timely, legible, and accurate manner (Material consumption, routine checks, downtime sheets, safety reporting, etc.).

About You

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE – REQUIRED

• You will have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• You will have experience or training as a machine operator with demonstrated mechanical aptitude. Must be able to proficiently perform the job.
• You will have six months of successful work experience that involves demonstrated accuracy, dependability, safety, performance, and teamwork.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE – PREFERRED

• You will have basic computer skills (keyboarding, Outlook, Excel) and knowledge in the use of SAP and WMS.
• You will have ability to obtain Company certified use of electric and manual pallet jacks as well as certified in the use of a forklift within 6 months of hire.

About Us, We offer and What's next

Danone U.S. is part of Danone North America, a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. You’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world. Our strong portfolio of brands includes: Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia ®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, STōK® Cold Brew Coffee ®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®.With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., Danone North America's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible.You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world, working to make sure our company creates real value for people and the planet. Come join our movement for a healthier world: One Planet. One Health BY YOU.Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law