Machine Operator- A3 Day Shift

Mastronardi Produce Ltd.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastronardi Produce Ltd. in Kentucky is seeking a Lead Machine Operator to coordinate machine setup and operation in the Production department. You will monitor performance, ensure safety, push for efficiency, and communicate issues to the shift supervisor.

Responsibilities include training operators, scheduling start-ups and shutdowns, achieving daily production goals, maintaining quality labels and country of origin markings, and mentoring the line to maintain strong, proactive teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a production, manufacturing, or similar setting preferred.
• Proficiency with data entry and English communication expected.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate setup and operation of production line machines.
• Monitor machine performance and fix minor issues to reduce downtime.
• Follow safety protocols and startup/shutdown procedures.
• Complete daily startup and shutdown checklists.
• Operate to maximize efficiency and meet daily production goals.
• Ensure product quality, correct labeling and country of origin information.
• Communicate problems to the shift supervisor and assist in resolving them.
• Lead and train machine operators; supervise workflow when needed.
• Support line leadership to maintain a clean, organized area.

Skills

Computer skills

Data entry

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Day Shift: 6 AM- 5:30 PM, Rotational Shift Tues-Thurs, Sun-Mon and Fri-Sat

Primary Function:

The Lead Machine Operator is responsible for coordinating the work of employees who set up and operate the machines within the Production department to attain goals set forth for the assigned shift. Is responsible for safely operating the machines at the highest possible efficiency while tracking production and scrap. They are responsible for keeping the area clean and organized as well as effectively communicating any problems with the machines, product or the department to the shift supervisor.

Values:

To perform the job successfully, the incumbent’s behavior must be consistent with the PRIDE values expected of all Mastronardi Produce employees: be Passionate; have Respect; be Innovative; be Driven and strive for Excellence.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct training/troubleshooting for machine operators
• Report to the supervisor about any issues on their machine, product or department.
• Monitoring how the machine is running and fixing any minor problems
• Understanding and following all safety precautions as well as start-up/shutdown procedures
• Complete start up and shutdown checklist daily
• Operate the machine in a way that eliminates down time and boosts efficiency
• Achieve daily production goals set by area supervisor
• Ensure production quality meets customer spec, focusing on quality of product, case and pallet labels
• Ensure correct country of original on all labels (PLU, Clam, box) and pallet tags
• Enforce company policies (no disciplinary action)
• Ensure line is running efficiently
• Make sure workers are performing duties
• Help motivate the line to reach reasonable expectations
• Perform changeover procedure

Education/Background Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous related work experience required

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Computer proficiency required with data entry experience preferred
• Proficiency in use of English language with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally, present information and direction, and field questions from managers, employees and external contacts
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated problem solving and attention to detail
• Willingness to be responsible for company property
• Basic mechanical ability
• Must be a high-performance team player; be willing to work in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Willingness to maintain confidentiality and protect proprietary information
• Willingness to work independently, with minimal supervision and take ownership of job
• Visual and audio sensory are needed regularly

Working Conditions:

• Environment includes an expansive refrigerated warehouse, where the temperature averages 48-53 degrees Fahrenheit. The background noise approaches 70 dcbs
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. consistently throughout the day

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