Machine Operator - Overtime Eligible in Food Manufacturing

Ultipro; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

OSI Group Batavia, IL is seeking a production operator to operate various types of machinery as directed by leadership. Responsibilities include setting up equipment daily, calibrating systems, recording data, and maintaining safety and cleanliness in a food manufacturing environment.

Perfect candidate will have 0-1 years in related field and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office. The role is on-site with potential for overtime and shift differentials.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in related field is preferred.
• Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite Products.
• Ability to perform comparative analysis and make recommendations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and follow a designated recipe.
• Basic understanding of units of measure and their applications.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written specifications, blueprints, or schematics in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment daily per the production schedule and disassemble at close for sanitation.
• Monitor equipment operations; troubleshoot basic malfunctions and notify supervision for significant issues.
• Record, enter, and adjust data as needed; calibrate systems to time, temperature, and equipment positions.
• Record and interpret temperatures related to the process; read measuring devices and product parameters.
• Work with maintenance to establish preventive maintenance programs and best practice equipment operation methods.
• Notify management of unusual or out-of-spec operations.
• Perform general housekeeping to maintain a safe, clean work area in line with policy.
• Take ownership and responsibility for equipment and machinery; comply with GMP, food safety, and employment rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Verbal instructions

Read recipes

Units of measure

Read specs

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

OSI Group Batavia, IL is seeking a production operator to operate various types of machinery as directed by leadership. Responsibilities include setting up equipment daily, calibrating systems, recording data, and maintaining safety and cleanliness in a food manufacturing environment.

Perfect candidate will have 0-1 years in related field and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office. The role is on-site with potential for overtime and shift differentials.