Machine Operator - 1pm

ZipRecruiter; San Marcos (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food production seeks a Machine Operator for the evening shift to oversee safe and efficient operation in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will manage production equipment, perform quality checks, and maintain workplace safety while contributing to a team-oriented atmosphere.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off and holiday pay

Growth opportunities

Employer-paid long-term and life insurance

Bonuses and assistance programs

Qualifications

• Similar experience in the Food Manufacturing environment.
• Heavy labor experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates production equipment, follows food safety guidelines.
• Inspects packaging for quality and cleanliness.
• Communicates effectively with supervision regarding production issues.

Skills

Knowledge of SQF

Knowledge of GMPs

Basic English skills

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: MACHINE OPERATOR – 1PM

Location(s): San Marcos

Wage: $21 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1pm-9:30pm/finish, overtime as needed

Hours Per Week: 40+ hours; Full Time

Ideal Candidate Criteria: Similar experience in the Food Manufacturing environment with heavy labor experience.

Job Duties

• A machine operator follows food safety guidelines while donning appropriate PPE for each duty as required.
• Operates all production equipment proficiently, including machine functions, records, paperwork, and testing.
• Replenishes and refills packaging such as cartons, jugs, caps, or bags.
• Follows protocols for cleaning fluid processing equipment and SSOP standards for sanitizing the work area.
• Inspects milk cases/packaging for damage or foreign substances.
• Uses a hand-operated non-electric pallet jack to transport stacks of cleaned empty milk dispensers to the filler machine station; reports malfunctions.
• Follows quality inspection standards and removes products not meeting quality standards.
• Ensures safety, quality, and accuracy during operation from start to finish.
• Performs housekeeping and basic machine cleaning after product runs.
• Performs troubleshooting and resolves basic issues.
• Collects samples for quality assurance testing.
• Completes paperwork accurately and legibly, in accordance with SOPs.
• Responsible for food safety, prerequisite programs, and food quality in the designated area.
• Reports food safety and quality issues immediately to management.
• Works as part of a team; trains or assists others as needed.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area, including cleaning ingredient warehouses, dock areas, hallways, chemical areas, and forklifts.
• Communicates effectively with supervision regarding production issues.
• Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills Needed: Knowledge of SQF & GMPs. Basic English skills for data entry and paperwork.

Physical Requirements: Regularly uses hands, talks/hears, and senses taste/smell. Must stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, and push/pull/lift up to 55 pounds. Vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Work Environment: Exposed to cold, wet/humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and moderate to high noise levels.

Instructions: Employment contingent upon background check, drug test, assessment, and physical.

Application: Apply online at www.HollandiaDairy.com/Careers. For accommodations, contact HR.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, employer-paid long-term, and life insurance.
• FSA, PTO, holiday pay, 401(k) with matching, growth opportunities, events, gifts, bonuses, and assistance programs.

Hollandia Dairy is an EEO/AA/Vets Employer