Machine Operator - 3rd shift

TH Foods; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

TH Foods in Henderson, NV is seeking a 3rd shift Machine Operator to set up, operate, and tend to food production equipment. You will follow batch sheets, formulas and quality checks to ensure safety and compliance with specifications.

The role requires basic math, reading skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Work includes equipment setup, monitoring production, performing quality inspections, and maintaining a clean, safe space.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience setting up and adjusting production processing or packaging machinery is preferred.
• Ability to read, verify and confirm all batch sheets, orders and instructions in a timely manner.
• Must be able to perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to follow formulas and mix a quality product; recognize problems and seek assistance from a supervisor when needed.
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks, stand, lift, and reach; comfortable with loud environments and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Review daily schedule with supervisors/leads.
• Obtain batch sheets/formula sheets and process check sheets from Supervisor.
• Verify that all materials match batch sheet.
• Inspect production equipment for cleanliness, allergens and foreign objects.
• Complete machinery setup/shutdown to the batch sheet.
• Mix/cook batches or wrap product to specifications per formula.
• Monitor equipment to ensure operation within parameters.
• Perform quality inspections and checks.
• Maintain a clean, dry and safe working environment.
• Rotate into Packer position as needed.

Skills

Math calculations

Reading batch sheets

Attention to detail

Batch sheet verification

Job description

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Machine Operator - 3rd shift

Regular Hourly - A Full-Time Non-Exempt G2 Henderson, NV, US

Salary Range: $17.60 To $19.60 Hourly

Position Summary :Sets up, operates and tends to machines thatmix, cook, season, convey and wrap product.Ensures product remains within company specifications by following batchsheets, formulas and setup procedures.Ensures product remains within food safety guidelines and product specifications. Operates equipment tomeet production requirements.Measuresand records data.Operates equipment ina safe manner to meet production requirements and to minimize waste andmaximize productivity. Verifies that all labels and ingredients and materialsare correct to ensure food safety.

DUTIES

• Reviewsdaily schedule with supervisors/leads.
• Obtainsbatch sheets/formula sheets and process check sheets from Supervisor.
• Verifiesthat all obtained materials/ingredients match items listed on batch sheet.
• Inspectsthe appropriate production equipment for cleanliness, allergen issues andforeign objects and material.
• Completesmachinery setup/shutdown process for specific operation ofequipment to the batch sheet.
• Mixes/cooks batches or wraps product to specifications as per formula in batch sheet.
• Monitorsequipment throughout production run to ensure operation is within processparameters.
• Performsand maintain quality inspections and checks.
• Communicatesand works cooperatively with co-workers.
• Performsdaily housekeeping chores.
• Maintainsa clean, dry and safe working environment by consistently adhering to good
  housekeeping practices.
• Workssafely and performs daily safety checks on all equipment.
• Performs calculations for partial formulas, ingredient and materials usage and waste
  recording.
• Responsiblefor recognizing and reporting food safety and employee safety issues.
• Performs changeovers with adherence to Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Rotates into Packer position to perform Packer duties as business/operational needs dictate.
• Performsother duties as assigned.

CLIMATE

Worksindividually and in teams with little supervision.Accuracy and attention to detail arecritical as mistakes can cause significant lost productivity, loss of rawmaterials, downtime or food safety issues.The close proximity to processing equipment produces a loud workenvironment.Operators must communicateeffectively with all operators and supervisors and work within establishedprocedures and guidelines for safe and efficient operations.Operators will be exposed to heavy machinery,heat, humidity and strenuous work.Thework is rather fast-paced and involves a considerable amount of climbing,lifting and reaching.This position requiresweekend work and work in excess of eight hours per day as business prioritiesdictate.

Thisjob may direct co-workers daily activities but has no direct responsibility.

Qualifications

Toperform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential duty satisfactorily.Therequirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/orability required.Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Priormanufacturing experience setting up and adjusting production processing orpackaging machinery is preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read, verify and confirm all batch sheets, orders andinstructions in a timely manner.

Mathematical Skills

Must be able to perform basic math calculations.

Reasoning Ability

Abilityto follow formulas and mix a quality product.Ability to recognize problems and determine a course of action such asmaking authorized corrections or knowing when to seek assistance from a supervisor.

Physical Ability

Thephysical demands described here are representative of those that must be met byan employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.

Whileperforming the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talkor hear.The employee frequently isrequired to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.The employee is frequently required to stand,walk, lift, and reach with hands and arms.

Thework environment characteristics described here are representative of those anemployee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Thenoise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Thearea is somewhat dusty.

Thefloor area can be slippery at times.

Pay Rate

The expected base pay rate for this position is $17.60/HR plus a $2/HR shift differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift