Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Trinidad Benham Corporation; Mineola (TX); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinidad Benham Corporation in Mineola, TX seeks a Machine Operator for 2nd shift to efficiently run packaging machinery and meet customer specifications. Shift is Monday - Thursday, 3:30pm - 2:00am with a $1 p/hr differential. You will read production schedules, set up equipment, and perform quality checks.

Responsibilities include documentation, timely changeovers, and coordination with maintenance. GMP/SQF compliance and a clean work area are required; prior manufacturing experience is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills with touch screens.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Must meet daily production requirements.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Positive attitude and ability to work with all levels.
• Effective communication with coworkers and management.
• Flexibility to accommodate overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machinery according to specifications.
• Read daily production schedule and ensure material requirements.
• Transport required packaging materials to production area.
• Set up and operate equipment for each order; stack finished product as needed.
• Meet daily production targets and quality standards.
• Perform quality checks and document results (end seals, date codes).
• Change over product varieties; follow guidelines and report issues.
• Complete documentation on product, materials, output and downtime.
• Troubleshoot minor issues and coordinate with maintenance.
• Maintain GMP and SQF compliance and keep work area clean.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Meet daily production requirements

Experience in fast-paced manufacturing

Positive attitude

Communication

Flexibility / overtime as needed

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Department: Packaging Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Mineola, TX

Description

There’s a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

The Machine Operator is primarily responsible for efficiently operating packaging machinery to produce various products according to customer specifications.

*This is a 2nd shift position Monday - Thursday 3:30pm - 2:00am. Shift Differential of $1 p/hr will apply to this 2nd shift position.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Read and understand daily production schedule and material requirements.
• Transport needed packaging materials to production area.
• Set-up and operate packaging equipment with correct materials and product based on order specifications. Safely and efficiently stack finished product where required.
• Meet daily production requirements.
• Perform periodic quality control checks to ensure product is packaged according to customer requirements (including checking end and back seals, and date codes).
• Perform efficient and timely change overs of product varieties; must follow pre-set guidelines and change out filtering screens based on product variety/size. Set, adjust and periodically check the flow of product through a foreign materials machine. Check magnet for any foreign materials and document and report as required.
• Accurately complete and maintain required documentation on product, materials/supplies, output and machine downtime.
• Troubleshoot minor packaging problems and make appropriate adjustments on equipment.
• Communicate with management and maintenance personnel on a timely basis to facilitate maintenance and repairs.
• Comply with company safety policies and maintain clean and orderly work area.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures including timely and accurate documentation of required SQF forms.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Production Supervisor, Production Lead or other members of management.

WHAT WE NEED

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills including touch screens.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Must be able to meet daily production requirements.
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must display a positive attitude and work well with all levels of employees whether individually or in a team environment.
• Effectively communicate questions, problems and reports to co-workers, supervisory and management personnel.
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed.

EXTRAS

• Employee-owned
• Advancement Opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)