Machine Tender 3rd Shift

HP Hood LLC; Suffield (CT); On-site; USD 33,696 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in Suffield seeks a Machine Tender for the 3rd shift. The ideal candidate will maintain and operate filling equipment, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Responsibilities include forming bulk cans, operating machinery, and maintaining a clean work environment. A high school diploma and strong organizational skills are required. This position offers a competitive pay range of $24.46 - $27 USD per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a team atmosphere.
• Basic math and computer skills required.
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate support equipment related to filling operations.
• Properly form bulk cans to supply bulk can filler.
• Assist in operation and maintenance of banding machines.
• Verify metal detectors are operating properly.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in work area.

Skills

Basic math skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Machine Tender 3rd Shift

Employer: HP Hood LLC

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety, and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities, and more.

Schedule: Monday – Friday 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM; Saturdays as overtime as needed.

Job Summary

Maintain and operate support equipment related to filling operations. This includes but is not limited to the bulk can forming machine, filler, lid descrambler, vision system, banding system, check weigher, coders, inverter, bundler, variegate system, and ingredient feeder.

Job Responsibilities

• Properly form bulk cans in such a manner as to supply bulk can filler at all times;
• Add designated lids to lid descrambler on scround/quart lines and ensure proper operation to supply filler at all times;
• Calculate usage rates and operate ingredient feeder and variegate following SOP’s to ensure proper type and quantities of ingredients and variegates are consistently added into ice cream;
• Assist in operation of banding machines and change rolls as needed;
• Assist in disassembly, cleaning, and assembly of ingredient feeders, variegate systems, and other related equipment;
• Verify metal detectors are operating properly and complete documentation according to SOP’s;
• Operate bundler in such a manner as to ensure a consistent/quality wrap is being applied to containers. Change rolls as necessary;
• Palletize product if necessary to maintain production, e.g., during temporary breakdowns in hardening systems;
• Assist filler operator during flavor changes and when problems arise in order to maximize productivity and quality of the work center;
• Pack sandwich boxes into sleeves, and ensure finished cases are properly coded and shrink wrapped;
• Operate PIT to move packaging and material in and out of work centers;
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, as well as clean and safe work practices at all times. This includes removal and disposal of all trash and cardboard as well as removal and disposition of rework and scrap barrels;
• Follow all Company, State, and Federal requirements, ensuring compliance with all GMP’s, SOP’s, and any other regulation;
• Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude;
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibilities

• Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules;
• Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager;
• Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager;
• Meet all company requirements for training, including but not limited to Log Out/Tag Out Awareness, PPE, PIT, Ergonomics, etc.

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities

• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed procedures;
• Report food safety problems to a supervisor or manager.

Education and Experience

• A High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Basic math and computer skills;
• Ability to work independently and within a group/team atmosphere;
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Long periods of time (6–8 Hours).
• Walking: Occasionally for short periods.
• Bending: Frequently.
• Twisting of Wrist: Frequently.
• Twisting of Spine: Frequently.
• Lifting: Light–Heavy, (50 lbs Occasionally).
• Carrying: Light (30–50 lbs) frequently, distance 15 yards.
• Pushing/Pulling: >150 lbs Occasionally.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. The pay range for this position is $24.46 - $27 USD.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.

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