Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Turkey Hill; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

6 paid major holidays

Vacation and PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Educational assistance reimbursement

Company bonus plan

Free ice cream and beverages

Job summary

Turkey Hill in Searcy, AR is hiring for a Machine Operator on the 9:00pm-5:30am shift. You will set up and monitor equipment, ensure packaging and labeling accuracy, and support quality and safety standards in a fast-paced dairy production facility.

Applicants should have prior food industry line experience, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and work with cross-functional teams to improve processes. Benefits include life insurance, 401(k), holidays, vacation, EAP, and more.

Qualifications

• Must follow GMP regulations and safety guidelines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment for the machine per SOPs for sanitation and readiness.
• Stage packaging materials and transfer containers following food safety procedures.
• Monitor ice cream filler outputs; adjust speed, timing, lidding and coding to meet specs.
• Coordinate with freezer operator to control fill and weight as PIR specifies.
• Maintain inventory accuracy when moving materials to/from production lines and warehouses.
• Perform housekeeping, sanitation, and quality checks throughout production.
• Conform to Turkey Hill Food Safety and Quality Principles.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Turkey Hill - Searcy
Searcy, AR 72143, USA

Description

Come check out Turkey Hill!–

We’re a growing, nationwide company, born and raised in Southcentral Pennsylvania, that has been creating delicious ice cream and beverages since 1931. We opened in Searcy Arkansas in 2020! We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and leadership development opportunities with career-growth potential – join our team today!

Hours for this position are 9:00pm-5:30am.

The Machine Operator makes an impact by –

• Set-up all equipment associated with the applicable machine being used in accordance to all applicable SOPs related to sanitary condition, cleanliness, and equipment condition.
• Place packaging materials into proper staging conditions and follow all applicable SOPs for staging and transfer of containers in a food safe manner maintaining product quality, traceability and security of materials.
• Monitor ice cream filler outputs and make required adjustments to speed, valve cut-off timing, lidding, and coding to maintain product specifications.
• Work closely with freezer operator to control fill and weight requirements as specified on the PIR.
• Stage for transfer back into raw materials inventory the balances of packaging materials from the production lines to the warehouse(s) in a food safe manner maintaining accuracy of inventory.
• Tasks include housekeeping, general sanitation and product quality assessment responsibilities throughout the manufacturing process.
• Maintain the integrity of the quality system.
• Be engaged in the day-to-day running of the business by performing tasks beyond normal/baseline job responsibilities, participating in team or business improvement meetings and initiatives positioned toward improving business results.
• Must have previous food industry line experience.
• Demonstrated ability to operate equipment efficiently and safely.
• Demonstrated ability to execute safe work practices & behaviors.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with all levels of personnel individually or in a team environment and ability to interface and communicate with production line workers and area managers.
• Demonstrated willingness to work any shift, weekends and holidays.

You could be a great fit if you have these things –

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must work in a team environment
• Maintain adherence to work hours scheduled specifically starting, ending, lunch and break schedules
• Perform all duties within established Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations and safety guidelines
• Be accountable to the Turkey Hill Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Our associates enjoy these awesome benefits –

• Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match – immediately vested
• 6 paid major holidays
• Earn vacation and PTO
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational assistance reimbursement
• Company bonus plan
• Free ice cream and beverages!

Physical Demands -

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• The employee is required to talk and/or hear in a manufacturing setting where noise levels are high (PPE required).
• The employee is required to wear mandated PPE based on assigned job area.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk in an manufacturing environment for 8+ hours.
• The employee must be able to ascend and descend stairs, and where applicable and when necessary, to perform various job-related tasks.
• Must be able to position self to move, reach with arms/hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to perform various job-related tasks.
• The employee must be able to inspect all job-related equipment (office or floor) to ensure it is in good working condition prior to use. Must be able to use hands/fingers to handle (or feel) to operate various types of office equipment.
• Must be able to operate all job-related equipment (powered, hand or office) as required.
• Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and adjust focus.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and/or push/pull 50 pounds on a regular basis.

This job description is not all encompassing, however, is intended to be a general description of the essential functions of this position. It is not intended as an employment contract.

This role is considered Safety Critical at Turkey Hill. In order to ensure safety for all of our associates, this role will have a zero tolerance policy when returning a positive drug screen, regardless of Medical Marijuana card holding status.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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