Machine Operator - Conway, AR

S&D Coffee; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Westrock Coffee in Conway, Arkansas is seeking a Machine Operator to manage packaging operations, ensure safety, and maintain quality on the production line. The role involves programming the packaging machine, performing changeovers, recording data, and coordinating with maintenance for downtime or issues.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and teamwork skills, practical troubleshooting ability, and comfort with mechanical tasks in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively including speaking, writing, active listening and taking instructions.
• Good leadership and training skills.
• Ability and willingness to promote and support a positive culture and follow Westrock Coffee values.
• Ability to collaborate with all parts of the operation to achieve goals and objectives.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
• Able to work in a team environment where honest communication, a positive attitude, engagement, and personal accountability is expected.
• Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow specifications and manuals
• Basic math skills
• Mechanical aptitude, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs

Responsibilities

• Operates production equipment safely and efficiently to hit production/waste goals.
• Completes all required documents and checklists related to equipment operation.
• Accurately interpret work orders and instructions to assure proper materials and specifications are followed.
• Troubleshoots and resolves basic to moderate operation difficulties.
• Ensures that coffee has had adequate time to gas-off.
• Completes change over sheet and notifies line support for changes.
• Programs packaging machine for item to be run based on manufacturing spec sheet.
• Adjusts packaging equipment to handle appropriate case size.
• Manages the packaging process by closing boxes, labeling them, and sending them through a tape machine.
• Performs inspections of individual packages during operation.
• Moves boxes to pallets and records pallet information.
• Records downtime and submits maintenance requests as needed.
• Cleans machine and workspace to prevent dust on the packaging line.
• Collects samples for quality assurance purposes.
• Follows safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Machine Operator

Location: Conway, Arkansas, United States

Requisition Number: 7131

Shift: First

The Machine Operator is responsible for the overall quality and efficiency of the machine and is indirectly responsible for leading machine crews. The primary result expected from the Machine Operator will be to ensure the safe operation of a coffee packaging machine. This position will report to the Production Manager.

Job Duties

• Operates production equipment safely and efficiently to effectively hit all production/waste goals.
• Completes all required documents and checklists related to equipment operation, report any malfunctions to supervisor and maintenance.
• Accurately interpret work orders and other instructions to assure proper materials and specifications are being followed.
• Troubleshoots and resolves basic to moderate operation difficulties.
• Ensures that coffee has had adequate time to gas-off
• Completes change over sheet, notifies line support when a change-over is necessary, and requests that appropriate film, filters, and boxes be delivered to the packaging line.
• Utilizes computer to open appropriate coffee bin.
• Utilizes data entry console to enter an item information in order to print out correct item labels.
• Programs packaging machine for item to be run, using touch sensitive computer, based on information listed on the manufacturing specification sheet.
• Adjusts packaging equipment to handle appropriate case size.
• Adjusts amount of coffee per package without stopping production, in order to remain within specified ranges.
• Manages the packaging process by closing boxes, labeling them, and sending them through a tape machine.
• Performs numerous visual, weight, and seal inspections of individual packages during operation.
• Identifies and segregates nonconforming goods for proper disposition.
• Moves boxes from the conveyor belt onto pallets, stacking them appropriately.
• Completes tickets for every pallet, including information such as the item number, date, and case count.
• Records amount of downtime incurred during shift with explanation.
• Completes maintenance work request forms if a mechanic is required to service a machine.
• Cleans machine with an air hose and sweeps the working area throughout the day as necessary to prevent dust on the packaging line.
• Conducts a check of the packaging machines and completes a changeover sheet to ensure that bags on packaging line are correct.
• Collects and submits required samples for quality assurance purposes.
• Follows all quality system and safety protocols by safely operating equipment, wearing proper protective equipment (PPE), keeping work areas clean and organized, and contributing to established safety goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to communicate effectively including speaking, writing, active listening and taking instructions.
• Good leadership and training skills
• Ability and willingness to promote and support a positive culture and follow Westrock Coffee values.
• Ability to collaborate with all parts of the operation to achieve goals and objectives.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
• Able to work in a team environment where honest communication, a positive attitude, engagement, and personal accountability is expected.
• Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow specifications and manuals
• Basic math skills
• Mechanical aptitude, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs

Equal Opportunity Employer / Vets / Disabled

Starting Pay Rate

Pay $22.01 per hour