Machine Operator 1st Shift

California Closets Fulfillment/XMC; Hillside (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking qualified operator candidates to perform various duties including equipment setup, packaging, and ensuring product flow. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Qualifications

• Previous relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in confined spaces.
• Must stand for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines before shifts, adjust for production changes.
• Conduct general housekeeping and packaging processes.
• Attend to equipment, report quality issues, and communicate with supervisors.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Qualified operator candidates must be able to perform a variety of jobs, tasks, or duties as required; and must be able to work their bid shift, overtime, and weekends as required.

The tasks required, but not limited to, are general housekeeping, rework, prepare packaging, package product, food manufacturing, and other duties as assigned by supervision.

1. Set up machines prior to shift start-up, attend to the operation of these machines, and make adjustments as necessary for changes due to production type.
2. Proper tear down, cleaning, and reassembling pumps, sanitary lines, and line equipment.
3. Attend to and adjust machines during operation to ensure product flow through the machines.
4. Operation of CIP skids in addition to breakdown and cleaning of line components.
5. Knowledge of chemical handling procedures including PPE required.
6. Completion on daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual MSS items.
7. Identify and be able to communicate opportunities for continuous improvement.
8. Communicate with supervisor when equipment needs attention.
9. Report/resolve any observed quality issues while cleaning equipment.
10. Successfully pass qualification test.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Related Experience : Previous relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Equipment/Software Skills : Basic computer knowledge - data entry

Competencies:

1. Employees are encouraged to participate in efficiency and safety improvement teams.
2. Learn and follow written rules and procedures.
3. Produce accurate documentation.
4. Follow attendance policies.
5. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
6. Will have the opportunity to learn various positions.
7. Must fill in when needed in temporary/permanent vacancies.
8. Must adhere to and comply with all safety, food safety, environmental, GMP rules, regulations and policies.

Additional Information

Physical: Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs, lift, bend, kneel, stand for long periods of time, work in confined spaces, and work with heights

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.

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