Machine Operator - 2nd shift (2:00-10:30pm)

Lidestri Foods, Inc.; Village of Fairport (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great career-pathing

Unlimited online training courses

Health insurance with premium coverage

100% company paid life insurance and L

401k – with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

LiDestri Foods, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift in Fairport, NY. You will safely operate machinery with maximum efficiency while ensuring product quality and adherence to sanitation and safety rules. The role requires basic math, PPE usage, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. LiDestri offers strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior machine operation preferred.
• Must wear PPE as required (bump cap, hair net, ear plugs, beard net, Kevlar gloves, safety glasses, boots).
• Basic computer and communication skills, math functions, and reasoning.
• Use of various hand tools as required for position/product testing.
• Forklift experience in applicable areas.
• Lock out/tag out certified.
• Continuous improvement and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery including set-up, operation, changeovers, and troubleshooting to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Maintain GMP standards around machinery.
• Follow SOPs for machinery in the assigned area.
• Cross-train or receive training on equipment as defined by manager.
• Maintain and issue raw materials into work orders.
• Work safely and in accordance with company rules.
• Maintain good attendance as per policy.
• Report food safety and quality problems to the appropriate authority.

Skills

Machine operation

PPE compliance

Basic math

Communication

Hand tools use

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Telnet scanners

Hand tools (knife, band cutters, can opener, scales)

Water hose

Lock out/tag out procedures

Job description

Machine Operator - 2nd shift (2:00-10:30pm)

Full Time Operatives Fairport, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 6583

Salary Range: $20.47 To $23.24 Hourly

About LiDestri Foods

LiDestri Foods has grown from our roots as a pasta sauce and salsa manufacturer to become an R&D engine, formulating and producing innovative food products for our national and retailer brand partners. A family-run company based in Rochester, NY, LiDestri employs over 1,000 people across three U.S. locations. We have decades-long partnerships with some of the most respected consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies and the most highly inventive retailer brands.

Excellent Pay and Benefits:

• Great career-pathing
• Professional development, including unlimited online training courses
• Health insurance with premium contributions
• 100% company paid life insurance and long-term disability
• 401k – with employer match
• Paid time off to include- vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays
• Company bonuses
• And many more ...

POSITION SUMMARY:

Safely operate machinery with maximum efficiency, while maintaining product quality and following regulatory and company guidelines for sanitation and safety

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate machinery, to include machine set-up, operation, change overs, and troubleshooting, to detect product (raw or finished) defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary;
• Maintain GMP (good housekeeping) standards at and around machinery;
• Perform SOPs for machinery in assigned area;
• Cross training or training on equipment as defined by manager;
• Maintain and issue raw materials into assigned work orders;
• Work in a safe manner, consistent with company safety rules and regulations;
• Maintain good attendance record per company policy;
• Report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred;
• Prior machine operation preferred;
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (bump cap, hair net, ear plugs, beard net (if applicable), Kevlar gloves, safety glasses and leather, skid resistant work shoes/boots;
• Ability to apply basic computer and communication skills, math functions and reasoning;
• Ability to use various hand tools (knife, water house, band cutters, can opener, scales, Telnet scanners, various small hand tools as required for position/product testing);
• Previous experience operating a forklift (for applicable work areas);
• Lock out/tag out certified;
• Possess a continuous improvement and team orientated mind set.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to:

• Long periods of standing/moving, working around moving mechanical parts/conveyors
• Loud environment, hot/cold, wet/dry conditions
• Lifting/carrying <50 pounds
• Frequent reaching/pulling/climbing stairs/stooping/kneeling/bending

DISCLAIMER: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.