Machine Operator - 3rd Shift / 11pm to 7:30am / Sunday to Thursday

Perry's Ice Cream; Village of Akron (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Plans

401K with Employer Matching

Paid Family Leave

PTO

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Perry’s Ice Cream is seeking a 3rd shift Production Sanitation team member to clean and set up production equipment for the next shift. You’ll operate ice cream freezers, filling machines, boxers and shrink wrap, and support SQF and team safety.

Requirements include lifting up to 60 pounds, basic mechanical and math skills, High School diploma or GED, and ability to work a variable schedule, with training on multiple shifts and a commitment to Perry’s safety culture.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds frequently.
• Basic mechanical skills for machine disassembly and reassembly.
• Able to push and pull, climb, squat and bend frequently throughout the shift.
• Perform basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers and fractions.
• Perform basic measurements using scales, liquid measures.
• Able to taste and handle dairy products and other ingredients that may contain allergens.
• Must have a completed High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic computer keyboarding skills & touch screen technology.
• Able to work at heights using ladders, platforms or mechanical lifts using OSHA required fall protection.
• Able to handle chemicals and exposure to environmental allergens.

Responsibilities

• Past experience in keeping records and reading/understanding B.O.M.’s.
• Responsible for following all good manufacturing procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to lead/direct team members in the manufacturing of products including & in accordance with SQF, OSHA & Mftg performance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to learn multiple operations in a manufacturing setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Previous experience as a Machine/Equipment Operator (high-speed food Manufacturing a plus).
• Commitment to living Perry’s “values” required.
• Willing to learn Department specific GMP & SQF requirements.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Problem solving (analysis and resolution) skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility of schedule including potential to train on other shifts.
• Willing to lead by example the Perry’s safety culture.
• Availability to work a variable schedule on occasion to cover other team member time off.

Skills

Lifting 60 lbs

Mechanical skills

Basic math

Dairy handling

Keyboard skills

Height work

Safety procedures

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Shift

3rd Shift / 11pm to 7:30am / Sunday to Thursday - Additional days or overtime as required to complete the daily demands

Training may be conducted on 1st, 2nd, or 3rd as needed.

About the Role:

As a core member of our production sanitationteam, you will be expected to:

• Perform daily cleaning of all production equipment and set up of the same equipment for the next shift production run in accordance with all company standards.
• Be responsible for complete startup & operation of ice cream freezers, filling machines, boxers and shrink wrap.
• Support the production of safe, high quality products (SQF) & team member safety.

As your employer, Perry’s will help you to achieve all of the above goals through feedback, education, and continuous professional development.

What We’re Looking For:

• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds frequently
• Must have basic mechanical skills for machine disassembly and reassembly
• Able to push and pull, climb, squat and bend frequently throughout the shift
• Perform basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers and fractions.
• Perform basic measurements using scales, liquid measures
• Able to taste and handle dairy products and other ingredients that may contain allergens
• Must have a completed High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Basic computer keyboarding skills & touch screen technology
• Able to work at heights using ladders, platforms or mechanical lifts using OSHA required fall protection
• Able to handle chemicals and exposure to environmental allergens

Essential Duties:

• Past experience in keeping records and reading/understanding B.O.M.’s
• Responsible for following all good manufacturing procedures
• Demonstrated ability to lead/direct team members in the manufacturing of products including & in accordance with SQF,OSHA & Mftg performance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to learn multiple operations in a manufacturing setting
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous experience as a Machine/Equipment Operator (high-speed food Manufacturing a plus)
• Commitment to living Perry’s “values” required.
• Willing to learn Department specific GMP & SQF requirements
• Follow all safety procedures
• Problem solving (analysis and resolution) skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility of schedule including potential to train on other shifts
• Willing to lead by example the Perry’s safety culture
• Availability to work a variable schedule on occasion to cover other team member time off.

Why Perry’s?

Working with and talking about ice cream… how cool is that?

Behind every bite of Cookie Dough and every scoop of Panda Paws is a passionate team bringing hard work and creative ideas to the table. For over 100 years, Perry’s Ice Cream has been bringing people together to celebrate life’s moments, and you can be a part of this magic.

If you enjoy ice cream and collaborating with others, Perry’s is the place for you! We provide a rewarding supportive environment, and are looking for enthusiastic, talented individuals to join our growing team! Plus, you get to be around ice cream. Who could ask for anything more?

Sweet Benefits:

In addition to the general perks of getting work with ice cream and a fantastic team all day, Perry’s also offers:

• Health Insurance & Wellness Programs
• Employer Paid Dental Plans
• 401K with Employer Matching
• Paid Family Leave
• PTO
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance & Opportunities for Continuous Learning & Promotion

Pay

Base Pay Rate:$25.96 / hour - $28.86/ hour

Shift Differential: $0.50 / hour

Perry's Ice Cream is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug free facility.