Machine Operator- 1st Shift
Location: Romeoville, IL, US, 60446
Segment: Operations
Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family‑owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. Our portfolio includes a wide range of food products and creative solutions for the food industry.
Purpose Statement
To prepare and operate machines safely, efficiently, and cleanly.
- Responsible for the production of a quality product that meets all customer and regulatory requirements.
- Effectively communicates as required with supervisor.
- Assures that the necessary tools, settings and supplies are ready prior to production.
- Maintains constant attendance to the machines and prevents other employees that are not trained on that machine from improper use.
- Records and accounts for all materials used on the line for assigned shift.
- Assists supervisor in maintaining the work areas in a clean and safe manner.
- Makes minor machine adjustment, and informs the supervisor and the maintenance department when major repairs are required.
- Records all down time due to machine malfunctions and reports them to the supervisor at the end of the shift.
- Adheres to all GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices), such as good hand washing practices and adhering to the employee hygiene plan.
- Follow all USDA guidelines.
- Report any issues regarding food safety or quality to supervision and/or quality assurance.
- Comply with customer requirements when applicable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
- Able to make logical decisions.
- Work bending and squatting.
- Adheres to all GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices), such as good hand washing practices and adhering to the employee hygiene plan.
- Follow all USDA guidelines.
- Report any issues regarding food safety or quality to supervision and/or quality assurance.
- Comply with customer requirements when applicable.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and extreme cold.
- The noise level in the work environment is often moderate to loud.
- Ability to work different shifts and weekends.
Compensation
Annual Range / Hourly Rate: $17.00 - $17.00 per hour.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”) are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and a culture of belonging. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please contact hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or otherwise participating in the application process.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Family planning support
- Associate resource groups
- Volunteering & community impact opportunities
- Holiday gatherings
- In-house taste tests