Machine Operator US- Back End Days

Refresco Brand; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Accounts

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Vacation Days

12 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Refresco Brand in Tempe, AZ is hiring a Machine Operator to oversee production quality and flow. The role requires effective communication, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols while managing machinery and production lines.

The ideal candidate has beverage production experience and a high school certification. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Demonstrates the ability to gain a firm understanding of production machinery.
• Formal training in areas such as WHMIS, HACCP, Hygiene preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate machinery on the production lines.
• Maintain production flow and perform minor servicing as needed.
• Follow all Quality Assurance and Production line operating procedures.

Skills

Beverage production experience

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Certification or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Position Description

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Machine Operator is responsible for providing the customer with the highest quality product in an efficient and cost‑effective manner. The Machine Operator is also responsible for monitoring and operating machinery on the production lines to comply with the established standard operating practices for each customer.

Schedule

Wednesday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Thursday–Saturday 4:00 am – 4:00 pm with flexibility to work overtime.

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).
• Ability to read, understand, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule and communicate issues or deviations with the appropriate parties.
• Maintain production flow on machinery 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.
• 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 understand visual and auditory cues to identify production or machine related issues.
• Perform minor machine maintenance.
• 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, beverage production experience preferred.
• 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 WHMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. preferred.
• Forklift certification may be required.
• 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 all required monthly 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 preferred.

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.

Travel Requirements

• 0% travel anticipated.

Physical Requirements

• Stand – Required regularly.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl – Required frequently.
• Carry weight, lift – Required frequently.Walking – Required frequently.
• Push/Pull – Required frequently.
• Driving (Forklift) – Required frequently.
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance – Required frequently.
• Visual/Sensory – Requires attention to detail 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 – 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.

Benefits

• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Short‑term disability and long‑term disability
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Refresco Beverages US Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.