Machine Operator 1st

Fresh Express; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Express Salads in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator A to run assigned packaging equipment while meeting safety, quality, and efficiency standards. The role requires bilingual English/Spanish communication and basic mechanical troubleshooting, with the ability to set up machines and assist with on-the-floor training, documentation, and continuous process improvement across shifts.

You will work in a cold environment, stand for long periods, and may require overtime.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machines efficiently
• Assist on-the-floor training
• Collaborate with packaging technicians on new product tests
• Suggest process improvements
• Support other PMOs on their lines
• Set up and achieve 100% startup of packaging machines
• Ensure finished products meet quality standards
• Communicate with packers and direct team members
• Complete required documentation
• Maintain Clean, Inspect, Lubricate procedures
• Conduct one-on-one reviews and provide feedback
• Perform maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting as needed
• Complete machine operator training per the Continuous Skills Development Program
• Adhere to safety rules and participate in Safety Training

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Basic mechanical troubleshooting

Job description

Packaging Machine Operator A (PMO A) position is responsible for the operation of assigned packaging equipment while meeting and exceeding all safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

Must inspect settings for codes, dates, leaks, oxygen levels, and seals to ensure proper operation of all the packaging equipment.

Job Function Statements - Essential Functions:

• Responsible to operate all packaging machines efficiently
• Support with on the floor training
• Conduct with packaging technician on testing new products
• Routinely solicits input & improves the process
• Assist other PMOs with their lines
• Abilities to make improvements to the process
• Responsible to set up & achieve 100% startup of packaging machine with no guidance
• Assures Quality products are being produced
• Communicate and direct members (i.e., packers)
• Finalize all required documentation
• Maintain completing Clean, Inspect, Lubricate process
• Interconnect well in one-on-one reviews
• Conduct maintenance with mechanical troubleshooting
• Successfully pass machine operator training classes in accordance with the Continuous Skills Development Program
• Works safely and follows all basic safety rules to help prevent accidents
• Successfully pass Safety Training provided by the Continuous Skills Development Program

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills

Other Desired Qualifications/Skills:

• Stand for the duration of the shift (8 hours or more), perform repetitive motions throughout the shift such as push/pull/lift, twist, stoop, and bend continuously through the shift
• Climb stairs or step up onto a platform several times throughout the shift.
• Work in a noisy, wet, and cold environment of approximately 34 degrees Fahrenheit
• Work 6 or more consecutive days including overtime, any shift, late nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.

Other Information:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer