Machine Operator Waitlist

Ajasianfoods; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on 1

Company paid STD, LTD & Life Insurance

80 hours vacation per year

40 hours sick time per year

401(k) with company match 4.5%

Wellness reimbursement for gym/fitness

Referral bonuses $750

Quarterly product sales to employees

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America is seeking a Machine Operator to support production lines in Portland, OR. This role focuses on safe operation, machine setup, and ongoing checks to ensure quality output while maintaining equipment cleanliness.

The position offers day or swing shifts with 8- to 10-hour shifts and requires a willingness to work on weekends and overtime as needed. Starting pay is $20/hour with a $0.50 swing differential, and benefits begin on day one including medical and retirement

Qualifications

• 6+ months of recent experience as a Machine Operator.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• High attention to detail in fast-paced production environments.
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime as needed.
• Able to perform physically demanding production tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safely set up, operate, troubleshoot and break down production machinery.
• Perform start-up and break down at the beginning and end of shifts.
• Troubleshoot to minimize production downtime and communicate improvements.
• Adjust machine settings to maximize efficiency and report to leads and supervisors.
• Identify mechanical issues to prevent downtime and escalate appropriately.
• Possibly operate other equipment as needed in production.
• Follow GMP practices at all times during production.

Skills

Machine operator experience

English reading/writing

Attention to detail

Weekend/overtime readiness

Physical stamina

Job description

Position Summary

Submit your resume to join our waitlist for a Machine Operator position!

Ajinomoto Foods North America is a leading frozen foods company, committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals globally. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, our brands have become household favorites all across America. We are dedicated to contributing to a healthier lifestyle through nutritious and balanced Umami foods. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, all our products are cooked with our customers in mind, providing healthy and delicious meals for all.

The Machine Operator is responsible for ensuring machines are working at full capacity while producing quality product. Machine operators make sure machines are well-maintained and perform periodic checks on output, visually inspect production run and document results, and determine and report malfunctions to appropriate parties while maintaining cleanliness of equipment and assigned area.

We offer day or swing shifts. Schedules are typically Monday – Friday with occasional Saturdays. 8-10 hour shifts.

Starting pay is $20/hour + $0.50 shift differential for swing shift.

If you choose to work with us, you will be an integral part of a team with a rich and diverse culture that learns, grows, and succeeds together. You will also have access to some amazing benefits such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on DAY ONE
• Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance on DAY ONE
• 80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time per fiscal year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings plan that includes company’s matching contributions up to 4.5%
• Wellness reimbursement towards gym membership and/or exercise equipment
• Referral bonuses totaling $750 when an employee refers someone to work with our company
• Quarterly sales of product to employees

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively and efficiently perform the safe operation of various machinery in the areas of set-up, troubleshooting and break down during operation.
• In a timely manner, set up, start-up and break down during the beginning and end of all production shifts.
• Must demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot effectively in order to minimize Production down time.
• Regularly make adjustments necessary to maximize production machine efficiency. Must be able and willing to communicate all improvements to all team members and key departments.
• Reduce downtime by actively identifying mechanical issues which have the potential for machine breakdown or downtime and reports to Leads and/or Supervisors.
• May be required to operate other equipment necessary in the production process.
• Practice and follow all GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices) at all times during production.

Position Qualifications

• 6+ months of recent experience as a Machine Operator
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Ability to solve simple mathematical equations involving percentagesli>
• Ability to work in a cold or warm environment, depending on line and machine
• Comfortable with doing a very physical job with lots of movement and heavy lifting
• High levels of attention to detail
• Ability to work weekends and overtime as needed
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