Machine Operator - 1st shift - $21/HR

TH Foods, Inc.; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

TH Foods, Inc. in Henderson, NV is seeking a Machine Operator for 1st shift. You will set up, operate and tend to machines that mix, cook, season, convey and wrap product, ensuring food safety and adherence to batch sheets.

You will review schedules with supervisors, verify materials against batch sheets, perform setup/shutdown, and monitor machinery to meet production goals. Weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Must read and verify batch sheets and orders.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Strong focus on food safety and quality control.
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Reviews daily schedule with supervisors/leads.
• Obtains batch sheets/formula sheets and process check sheets from Supervisor.
• Verifies materials match items listed on batch sheet.
• Inspects production equipment for cleanliness, allergen issues and foreign objects.
• Completes machinery setup/shutdown per batch sheet.
• Mixes/cooks batches or wraps product to specifications.
• Monitors equipment to ensure parameters are met.
• Performs quality inspections and checks.
• Maintains a clean, safe working environment.

Skills

Batch sheets reading

Formulas understanding

Quality checks

Safety procedures

Education

Prior manufacturing experience

Job description

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Machine Operator - 1st shift - $21/HR

Regular Hourly - A Full-Time Non-Exempt G2 Henderson, NV, US

Position Summary:Sets up, operates and tends to machines thatmix, cook, season, convey and wrap product.Ensures product remains within company specifications by following batchsheets, formulas and setup procedures.Ensures product remains within food safety guidelines and product specifications. Operates equipment tomeet production requirements.Measuresand records data.Operates equipment ina safe manner to meet production requirements and to minimize waste andmaximize productivity. Verifies that all labels and ingredients and materialsare correct to ensure food safety.

DUTIES:

• Reviewsdaily schedule with supervisors/leads.
• Obtainsbatch sheets/formula sheets and process check sheets from Supervisor.
• Verifiesthat all obtained materials/ingredients match items listed on batch sheet.
• Inspectsthe appropriate production equipment for cleanliness, allergen issues andforeign objects and material.
• Completesmachinery setup/shutdown process for specific operation ofequipment to the batch sheet.
• Mixes/cooks batches or wraps product to specifications as per formula in batch sheet.
• Monitorsequipment throughout production run to ensure operation is within processparameters.
• Performsand maintain quality inspections and checks.
• Communicatesand works cooperatively with co-workers.
• Performsdaily housekeeping chores.
• Maintainsa clean, dry and safe working environment by consistently adhering to good
  housekeeping practices.
• Workssafely and performs daily safety checks on all equipment.
• Performs calculations for partial formulas, ingredient and materials usage and waste
  recording.
• Responsiblefor recognizing and reporting food safety and employee safety issues.
• Performs changeovers with adherence to Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Rotates into Packer position to perform Packer duties as business/operational needs dictate.
• Performsother duties as assigned.

CLIMATE:

Worksindividually and in teams with little supervision.Accuracy and attention to detail arecritical as mistakes can cause significant lost productivity, loss of rawmaterials, downtime or food safety issues.The close proximity to processing equipment produces a loud workenvironment.Operators must communicateeffectively with all operators and supervisors and work within establishedprocedures and guidelines for safe and efficient operations.Operators will be exposed to heavy machinery,heat, humidity and strenuous work.Thework is rather fast-paced and involves a considerable amount of climbing,lifting and reaching.This position requiresweekend work and work in excess of eight hours per day as business prioritiesdictate.

Thisjob may direct co-workers daily activities but has no direct responsibility.

Qualifications

Toperform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential duty satisfactorily.Therequirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/orability required.Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.

Education and/orExperience

Priormanufacturing experience setting up and adjusting production processing orpackaging machinery is preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read, verify and confirm all batch sheets, orders andinstructions in a timely manner.

Mathematical Skills

Must be able to perform basic math calculations.

Reasoning Ability

Abilityto follow formulas and mix a quality product.Ability to recognize problems and determine a course of action such asmaking authorized corrections or knowing when to seek assistance from a supervisor.

Physical Ability

Thephysical demands described here are representative of those that must be met byan employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Whileperforming the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talkor hear.The employee frequently isrequired to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.The employee is frequently required to stand,walk, lift, and reach with hands and arms.

Thework environment characteristics described here are representative of those anemployee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Thenoise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Thearea is somewhat dusty.

Thefloor area can be slippery at times.

Pay Rate:

The expected base pay rate for this position is $21/HR plus a $2/HR shift differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift