Machine Ops 2 (1st Shift)

Reser's Fine Foods; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with discretionary match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Wellness programs

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Reser's Fine Foods is seeking a dependable team member to operate processing equipment in a refrigerated facility and ensure consistent product quality. The role involves setup, material checks, and routine adjustments to machines, with emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Candidates should have experience with machinery and be able to read, write, and speak English; bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus. This is a full-time, on-site position with overtime opportunities as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery is required.
• Food industry experience is preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English and be understood.
• English/Spanish bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates a machine and ensures quality and conformity of packaged products.
• Helps to assemble and configure machine according to current specifications.
• Ensures correct consumables loaded for the product being run.
• Maintains covering carts and hopper as necessary.
• Checks for correct packaging materials.
• Prepares unused for put away at the end of a run, including putting a count on the case.
• Detects and reports defective materials, machine problems or questionable conditions to the machine operator immediately and to maintenance department as needed.
• Maintains necessary machine supplies, work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition.
• Washes and resets equipment during product changes per SOP.
• Troubleshoots downtime issues.
• Displays positive attitude toward people, equipment, and company policy.
• Follows company safety guidelines, HACCP requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required due to working with people, items and equipment that are at the facility.

Skills

Machinery operation

English fluency

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

General Summary

Operates food processing machines that produce food products.

Benefits And Culture

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.
We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.
Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates a machine and ensures quality and conformity of packaged products.
• Helps to assemble and configure machine according to current specifications.
• Ensures correct consumables loaded for the product being run.
• Maintains covering carts and hopper as necessary.
• Checks for correct packaging materials.
• Prepares unused for put away at the end of a run, including putting a count on the case.
• Detects and reports defective materials, machine problems or questionable conditions to the machine operator immediately and to maintenance department as needed.
• Maintains necessary machine supplies, work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition.
• Washes and resets equipment during product changes per SOP.
• Troubleshoots downtime issues.
• Displays positive attitude toward people, equipment, and company policy.
• Follows company safety guidelines, HACCP requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required due to working with people, items and equipment that are at the facility.

Job Specifications

• Experience operating machinery is required.
• Food industry experience is preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English and be understood.
• English/Spanish bilingual a plus.

Working Conditions

• Refrigerated food manufacturing plant.
• The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from 25°F to 110°F.
• Requires walking and standing for long periods of time.
• Repetitive lifting, kneeling, and bending with packages in excess of 50 lbs. is required.
• Production demands may require overtime and/or evening or weekend scheduling.

Compensation

$23.00 per hour/non-exempt

Recipe for Success

Reser's is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated deli salads, side dishes, and prepared foods for the supermarket, club store, and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser's has been a proud sponsor of good times at racetracks, picnics, BBQs, music festivals, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser's family of brands include Reser's American Classics, Main St Bistro, Stonemill Kitchens, and more. With more than 4,500 employees, Reser's operates 14 facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada and actively supports the communities it serves.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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