Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (1:45PM-10:15PM)

Refresco Brand; Fort Gibson (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

12 Paid Holidays

Vacation and Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Discount Programs

Job summary

A leading beverage solutions provider in Fort Gibson is seeking a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift. In this role, you will operate machinery, ensure adherence to safety and quality standards, and collaborate with teams to maintain production flow. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience in a fast-paced production environment. Competitive pay and excellent benefits are offered. Join our team to make a difference in your career!

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment preferred.
• Ability to gain a firm understanding of production machinery.
• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot machinery and production issues.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain production flow by monitoring equipment.
• Record information for production and quality records.
• Record downtime and production data accurately.
• Assist with sanitation and cross-training as needed.
• Collaborate with departments to improve quality and reduce waste.

Skills

Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment

Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork

Documentation Skills

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Documentation

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Certification or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (1:45PM-10:15PM)

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: MACHI012049

Location: Ft Gibson, Fort Gibson, OK 74434, USA

Description

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts)
• Adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (e.g., SQF).
• Read, understand, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule and communicate issues or deviations with the appropriate parties.
• Maintain production flow on machinery by monitoring downstream and upstream issues, supplying raw materials to the equipment, and performing minor servicing if needed.
• Follow all Quality Assurance and Production line standard operating procedures.
• Follow standard operating procedures to perform equipment changeovers; read imperial and metric measurements.
• Record all necessary information for production and quality records. Keep accurate downtime reports and documentation.
• Perform equipment and general sanitation in your work area or as assigned by leadership.
• Work closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, and reduce waste.
• Understand visual and auditory cues to identify production or machine related issues.
• Perform minor machine maintenance.
• Perform any other duties assigned by leadership including but not limited to cross training, general and plant sanitation, inventory management, training, etc.

Required Skills

• Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment, beverage production experience preferred.
• Ability to gain a firm understanding of production machinery/forklifts, including awareness of technical issues.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Adeptness in basic mathematical abilities.
• Ability to understand gauges, thermometers, and weight measurements.
• Formal training in areas such as WHMIS, HACCP, Hygiene, etc. preferred.
• Forklift certification may be required.
• Problem-Solving Skills – ability to troubleshoot machinery and production issues efficiently, collaborating with others to resolve complex issues.
• Teamwork – collaboration with coworkers to achieve production targets, support for team members, and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Documentation Skills – accurate recording of production data, completion of required paperwork or electronic documentation, and maintenance of organized records.
• Safety Awareness – knowledge of safety protocols, hazard identification, and adherence to safety regulations; timely and accurate completion of required monthly training.
• Communication Skills – effective verbal and written communication with team members and supervisors, reporting issues accurately, and collaborating to ensure smooth workflow. Follows equipment down-time escalation process schedule.

Education and Experience

• High School Certification or equivalent.
• 1-3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment: Fast-paced production plant with moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection. Temperatures can be very hot or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised with clear production targets and schedules.

Travel Requirements

• 0% travel anticipated.

Physical and Other Requirements

• Physical Demands: Standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting, walking, pushing/pulling, driving (forklift), climbing stairs or ladders; repetitive movements may be required. Frequency varies (R/O/F).
• Visual/Sensory: Attention to detail with one or two senses at a time.
• Coordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment.
• Mental Stress: There are deadlines and production quotas.

Other Duties

• This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities; duties may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Career

• Refresco Beverages US, Inc. offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match, 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Paid Time Off, Discount and Total Reward Programs.

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!

Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

1-3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

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