Machine Operator 3rd Shift

Meiji America Inc. | D.F. Stauffer Biscuit Co., Inc.; York (York County); On-site; USD 29,232 - 29,521; Full time

Job summary

Meiji America Inc. | D.F. Stauffer Biscuit Co., Inc. is looking for a Machine Operator for our 2nd and 3rd shift. You'll operate, maintain, and monitor production machinery, ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards.

The role requires teamwork, the ability to perform physical tasks, and a high school diploma. Pay starts at $21.22 for Packaging and $21.43 for Processing, with increases after 6 months and 1 year.

Qualifications

• Some manufacturing experience in a food plant helpful.
• Must be trained in LOTO procedure.

Responsibilities

• Operate the machine in a safe manner to ensure food safety.
• Monitor equipment for maintenance-related issues.
• Interact with Mixer to check consistency of dough.
• Complete paperwork timely and accurately.

Skills

Teamwork

Machine operation

Mathematical calculations

Quality control

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

SPC (computer)

Job description

Machine Operator Processing/ Packaging for our 2nd and 3rd shift at Stauffer’s Biscuit Company, a proud part of Meiji America Inc.

Pay: Packaging starts at $21.22, Processing starts at $21.43. There is a 6‑month and 1‑year increase.

The primary function of a Machine Operator Processing/ Packaging position is to operate the machine in a safe, efficient manner to ensure all food safety, quality protocols and product specifications are met.

Functional Responsibilities & Duties

• Works well with others, fostering a team atmosphere
• Maintains a clean, safe work area at all times
• Comply with all GMP requirements
• Ensure all paperwork is completed timely and accurately. Communicates changes to the next shift
• Interacts with Mixer to check consistency of dough before Mixer brings dough to the line
• Frequently checks specifications of product to ensure good product
• Ensures only quality product is entering the oven such as raising the cut and stopping transfer belts until problem is resolved
• Full knowledge of processing equipment and product specifications to make necessary adjustments to keep line running efficiently
• Monitors equipment for any maintenance-related item that may affect the efficient production of quality products and takes action to resolve problem. Reports any operational issues to supervision
• Monitors the equipment and the processing procedure for safety and reports any issues to the supervisor
• Operate assigned line with constant attention to quality of product, scrap reduction and minimal downtime
• Develop ways to eliminate scrap such as dough falling off conveyors and dough peeling around gauge rolls
• Required to take apart and clean and/or reassemble equipment for changeovers
• Able to properly submit work orders as needed
• Assist or oversee the training of new employees
• Assist with changeovers, machine setup and cleaning
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
• Ability to read and record written specifications of product
• Perform SPC (computer) data entry according to established process control procedures and product specifications
• Ability to work independently
• Notify Supervision of any issues
• Must adhere/comply with all Company policies, procedures and practices
• All other duties as assigned

Accountability

A Machine Operator Processing/ Packaging person will be accountable to the Production Supervisor for fulfillment of duties. Performance will be measured to the degree of production levels and quality of work performed in assigned areas.

Experience

Some manufacturing experience in a food plant helpful. Must be trained in LOTO procedure.

Hours

2nd Shift: Monday – Friday 3pm‑11pm (mandatory overtime every other weekend).

3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday 11pm‑7am (mandatory overtime every other weekend).

Education

High School or equivalent.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

While performing essential duties, the employee must stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb and lift up to 50 lbs and share weight up to 100 lbs. Occasional exposure to airborne dust, high humidity and extremes of hot and cold are possible. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.