Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Alsum Farms & Produce, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Alsum Farms & Produce, Inc. is hiring a full-time Machine Operator for 1st Shift Floater or 2nd Shift at their Friesland location. Your primary role will involve operating a specific grading and packaging area and ensuring the efficient flow of fresh produce.

Key responsibilities include setting up machinery, monitoring quality, and performing maintenance procedures. Candidates should possess mechanical aptitude, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. Safety measures are essential, including the use of safety glasses and hearing protection.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain equipment in a safe, efficient, and careful manner.

Responsibilities

• Set up machinery for daily production activity.
• Clean off all equipment and perform any daily maintenance procedures.
• Monitor quality of all produce handled or packaged.
• Check weights and counts of finished product packaged throughout the day.
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Skills

Self-motivated and able to function as part of a team

Ability to comprehend and follow directions

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain equipment

Tools

Human Resource Information System (HRIS)

Job description

Overview

All Jobs > Machine Operator - 1st Shift Floater or 2nd Shift

Machine Operator - 1st Shift Floater or 2nd Shift
Friesland • Production

Full-time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Operate a specific grading and/or packaging area and interact with other production groups for the efficient flow and packaging of fresh produce.

Always improving. Always serving. Always winning together. Exceeding expectations every day.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up machinery for daily production activity
• Clean off all equipment and perform any daily maintenance procedures as instructed by the maintenance department
• Monitor quality of all produce handled or packaged by your crew
• Check weights and counts of finished product packaged throughout the day to ensure all packages meet minimum weight and count specifications
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Education and Experience

• Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain equipment in a safe, efficient, and careful manner

Required Skills and Abilities

• Self-motivated and able to function as part of a team
• Ability to comprehend and follow directions and to communicate and keep daily records
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Must be able to climb stationary ladders
• Prolonged periods standing and moving throughout the facility
• Must be able to move, carry, and lift 75 pounds at times
• Must wear safety glasses and hearing protection in designated areas