Machine Operator US- Front End Nights

Worklane GmbH; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days

Job summary

Worklane GmbH is seeking a Machine Operator located in Tempe, Arizona. This role involves monitoring and operating production machinery to ensure the highest product quality. Candidates should have experience in a high-speed beverage production environment, be able to troubleshoot machinery, and uphold safety standards.

Offering flexible scheduling, this position requires teamwork and the ability to work under pressure. Competitive benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance and a 401(k) savings plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced production environment preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain accuracy.
• Formal training in WHIMIS, HACCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate machinery on production lines.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain production flow and assist with minor machine maintenance.

Skills

High-speed beverage production experience

Troubleshooting machinery

Basic mathematical abilities

Understanding gauges and weight measurements

Education

High School Certification or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Production machinery

Job description

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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

Sunday–Tuesday 4:00 pm–4:00 am; Wednesday 4:00 pm–10:00 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 WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. preferred.
• 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 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

Physical demands include the following actions performed frequently: stand; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; lift 50 lbs. (minimum 15 lbs); carry weight and lift; walk; push/pull; drive forklifts; climb stairs/ladders or balance.

• 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 is passionate about empowering leaders who reflect our core values and live by our leadership behaviors. These behaviors encourage effective leadership within the business, and focus on leading courageously, empowering individuals, and driving company growth as one team. Joining our team as a people manager means you’ll be encouraged to evolve as a leader who prioritizes the success of both you and your team, to deliver results, whilst bringing your authentic self to work.

Benefits and Compensation

Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 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
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
• Well‑being Benefit
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

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