Machine Operator II

ZipRecruiter; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing company is looking for dedicated individuals to join their production team. The position involves operating machinery in a fast-paced environment, ensuring quality and safety standards are met while maintaining optimal production flow. Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience in food or beverage production. If you're passionate about working in an exciting industry and are looking for growth opportunities, apply now!

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Well-being benefits

Discount programs

Qualifications

• 1-3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Maintain production flow and equipment sanitation.
• Record and manage production data accurately.

Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork

Documentation Skills

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

High School Certification or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how wouldYOUput our drinks on every table?

Salary: Starting at $18.98/hr to $28.47/hr depending on experience and education.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts)
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
• Possesses a practical understanding of SQF and HACCP and can address inquiries related to both.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule, effectively communicate issues or deviations with the appropriate parties and respond to inquiries.
• Maintain production flow of machine(s) by monitoring downstream and upstream issues, supplying raw materials to the equipment, and performing minor servicing if and when needed.
• Follow all Quality Assurance and Production line standard operating procedures.
• Follow standard operating procedures to perform equipment changeovers; ability to read imperial and metric measurements.
• Completely and accurately record all necessary information for production and quality records. Keep accurate downtime reports and documentation.
• Responsible for performing equipment and general sanitation in your work area or as assigned by leadership.
• Work closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, and reduce waste.
• Ability to accurately identify raw material defects that could impact production quality, reduce efficiencies, and increase waste.
• May assist in training new employees.
• Ability to understand visual and auditory cues to identify production or machine related issues.
• Perform minor machine maintenance as well as daily and weekly preventive maintenance as required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by leadership including but not limited to cross training, general and plant sanitation, inventory management, training, etc.

Required Skills:

• Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment required. Ability to independently and efficiently operate and troubleshoot required manufacturing equipment.
• Demonstrates the ability to gain a firm understanding of production machinery/forklifts, including an awareness of technical issues.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Adeptness in basic mathematical abilities.
• Skill in understanding and interpreting gauges, thermometers, and weight measurements.
• Formal training in areas such as WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. .
• Forklift certification may be required.

Competencies:

• Problem-Solving Skills – ability to troubleshoot machinery and production issues efficiently, collaborating with others to resolve complex issues.
• Teamwork – Collaboration with coworkers to achieve production targets, support for team members, and contribution to a positive work environment.
• Documentation Skills – accurate recording of production data, completion of required paperwork or electronic documentation, and maintenance of organized records.
• Safety Awareness – knowledge of safety protocols, hazard identification, and adherence to safety regulations at all times. Timely and accurately completes monthly Alchemy and all additional required training.
• Communication Skills – Effective verbal and written communication with team members and supervisors, reporting issues accurately, and collaborating to ensure smooth workflow. Follows equipment down-time escalation process schedule.

Education and Experience:

• High School Certification or equivalent.
• 1-3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment .

Working Conditions:

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised, with clear production targets and schedules to meet.

Physical Requirements:

R = Rarely (0-15%) O = Occasionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%)

Physical Demand

R

O

F

Stand

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

X

Lifting 50 lbs. (minimum lbs lifted 15lbs)

X

Carry weight, lift

X

Walking

X

Push/Pull 80 lbs.

X

Driving (Forklift)

X

Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance

X

• Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Coordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment.
• Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

A Career with Refresco

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Well-being benefits
• Discount programs

Join Refresco TODAYand enjoy a rewarding CAREER!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on , , , , , , , ancestry, , physical or mental , veteran status, status in uniformed services, , , expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

ExperienceRequired

• 1 - 3 years: Experience in food or beverage manufacturing evironment

EducationRequired

• High School or better

BehaviorsRequired

• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

MotivationsRequired

• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
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