Machine Operator II - 3rd Shift

Maker's Pride; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Flex spending accounts

Paid holidays and vacation

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a Machine Operator to perform setups, operate packaging equipment, and ensure product quality. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, be reliable, and have good communication and math skills. Responsibilities include operating machinery, maintaining quality specifications, and supporting a clean work environment. This role requires teamwork and the ability to lift weights as necessary. Competitive wages and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs and the HACCP program or willing to learn.
• Ability to stand up to 80% of the time scheduled.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. unassisted and 40-75 lbs. assisted.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate setups on equipment in preparation for production.
• Operates equipment and adjusts as necessary to ensure quality specifications.
• Inspects and tests packages, documenting results for quality assurance.
• Stages and checks required materials for quick changeovers in production.
• Maintains work area in a clean and organized manner.

Skills

Reliability

Communication

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Small tools

Job description

What We Want To Give You

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including:

• health/dental/vision insurance
• flex spending accounts
• short & long-term disability
• paid holidays and vacation
• bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.)

Job Summary

The Machine Operator performs set-ups, makes minor adjustments and operates packaging equipment. Identifies acceptable or unacceptable product quality per customer requirements. Performs wash and changeover of equipment. Machine Operators will need to be reliable and able to work with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) at all times.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs accurate set ups on equipment in preparation for particular product runs.
• Operates equipment and adjusts as necessary to ensure equipment is operating correctly and meeting quality specifications.
• Inspects and tests packages, and documents results to ensure equipment is operating correctly and meeting quality specifications.
• Stages and checks required materials for quick and accurate change overs in production.
• Completes and assembles all required documentation associated with the position.
• Maintains works area in a clean and organized manner.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs and the HACCP program or willing to learn.
• Sufficient math skills to calculate quantities of material required for orders being run.
• Good organizational and communication skills in order to prioritize work and communicate changes to line workers.
• Must have the ability to handle small tools.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and write in English preferred.

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment - exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures.
• Depending on which location, our environments can be very warm or refrigerated.
• Team environment - must be able to work well with others and communicate in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to stand up to 80% of the time scheduled
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. unassisted and 40-75 lbs. assisted.
• Must be able to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, as well as across shifts.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.