Machine Operator - A Shift (6am - 630pm)

Newly Weds Foods; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Newly Weds Foods in Tennessee is seeking a machine operator to monitor, operate, and troubleshoot packaging equipment. Responsibilities include following SOPs and GMP guidelines, performing washouts and safety checks, and ensuring product quality per customer specifications.

The role requires lifting up to 55 lbs, reading and following written instructions, and maintaining accurate shift documentation, with emphasis on food safety and sanitation training.

Qualifications

• Experience operating packaging/processing equipment.
• Ability to read SOPs and perform basic math.
• Must pass safety and sanitation training.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot packaging equipment.
• Follow SOPs, SSPOs, GMP procedures and safety policies.
• Complete washouts of machinery at end of production run.
• Inspect products for weights, seals, film orientation, codes and labels.
• Document shift activities and communicate performance information to other shifts.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching/mentoring

Job description

Responsible for monitoring, operating and troubleshooting the equipment while working efficiently and following all procedures for producing quality products according to customer specifications, as well as following safety, GMP and quality procedures. The machine operator is also required to do complete washouts of the machinery at the end of a production run.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand written and verbal instructions to complete packaging of products. Refer to “Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)”, Machine Priming, Basic Operating Procedures, Machine Operations, and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSPO’s).
• Able to operate various manufacturing equipment in mass/high volume production environment.
• Requires the ability to manipulate small parts and gauges.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning skills to solve a problem.
• Set up machine at beginning of shift to ensure proper working order.
• Perform safety checks throughout shift.
• Adjust machine components according to finished product specifications.
• Load packaging material into machine throughout shift.
• Stop and adjust machine in cases of malfunctions/jams.
• Troubleshoot problems during operation.
• Inspect and remove defective items or those that do not meet quality standards.
• Clean machine, perform preventative maintenance.
• Test and evaluate products to verify correct weights, seals, film orientation, leakers, codes, labels etc.
• Document activities performed throughout the shift – pre-op inspections, quality checks, maintenance performed, maintenance needed, etc.
• Communicate performance information to other shifts.
• Clear lines at the end of the shift.
• Take all required training including washout training for sanitary washouts.

SAFETY & GMP OBJECTIVES

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all equipment and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Comply with all company safety and environmental policies and procedures as well as complying with all OSHA, EPA and other regulatory rules and regulations (THINK “SAFETY FIRST”).
• Ability to recognize unsafe acts and conditions in the facility and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to fully complete appropriate paperwork related to specific job functions in addition to quality and safety/training.l
• Ability to recognize and report all incidents; even those that do not warrant treatment.
• Review and execute our Food Safety Plan and MFP Mission Statement in order to provide value to each of our customers with safe, relevant, tasty food products; while never comprising quality.
• Adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP’s) including proper waste disposal, attire, grooming and hygiene, etc.
• An employee holding this job position is not authorized to represent or speak on behalf of the company, or respond to any media inquiries regarding the company, its business, its products or its customers.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of the job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills And Specifications

• Ability to interact effectively with various levels of professionals in the organization.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to guide, teach and communicate with others.
• Good mechanical skills.

Also...

• Must be able to attend work as scheduled
• Must be able to read and write in English
• Must be able to perform basic math problems
• Must be able to perform the jobs of his team members
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be able to interact with others in a professional manner.