Operator - Machine II 1st shift

Rich Products Corporation; Morristown (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rich Products Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator II at its Morristown facility to set up and change equipment according to product needs, while upholding food safety and quality guidelines. Responsibilities include configuring and troubleshooting machinery, performing process controls and quality checks, training new associates, and maintaining a clean, safe work area in line with GMP policies.

A high school diploma and 2 years in manufacturing are required, with ability to lift 50 pounds

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and be forklift-certified.
• Knowledge of FIFO and GMP policies.
• Detail oriented and able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety rules and wear PPE.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area per GMP.
• Set up, change over, adjust, repair and operate machinery on all shifts.
• Ensure equipment is ready for on-time startup.
• Make adjustments to keep products flowing smoothly.
• Perform process control and quality checks.
• Operate date coders and verify dates.
• Follow OSHA and facility safety rules.
• Keep work area safe and orderly.
• Clean equipment using sanitation practices.
• Assist Quality Assurance with product sampling and other duties.
• Troubleshoot processing equipment.
• Complete daily production reports accurately and legibly.
• Train new associates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Ability to lift 50 pounds

FIFO knowledge

Attention to detail

Team player

Self-starter

GMP compliance

Computer literacy

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

The Machine Operator II is responsible for setting up and changing equipment based upon product need, while adhering to all food safety and food quality guidelines.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Observes all safety rules and regulations including use of personal protective equipment.
• Follows all established Good Manufacturing Practices, including maintaining an orderly and clean work area.
• Must be able to set up, change over, adjust, repair and operate all machinery/ equipment, on all shifts.
• Ensures all equipment is in operating condition and ready for on time startup.
• Must have the knowledge and experience to make necessary adjustments to keep products flowing consistently.
• Performs process control and quality checks.
• Operates date coders and verifies code dates on cases.
• Observes all OSHA and facility safety rules and regulations including use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintains work area in a safe and orderly fashion according to General Manufacturing Practices and Safety Guidelines.
• Cleans all equipment using current sanitation practices.
• Assists Quality Assurance in obtaining samples of products and other miscellaneous duties.
• Responsible for basic troubleshooting of all processing equipment.
• Responsible for accurate, timely, and legible completion of daily production reports/ documents.
• Trains new associates.
• Performs any other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 Years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of FIFO.
• Must be able to follow instructions on a formula.
• Must be a self-starter who can work in a fast paced environment.
• Must be able to get along well with others in a team environment.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must be flexible in work and shift hours.
• Must adhere to the GMP policies set forth for the plant.
• Computer knowledge.
• Willingness to be forklift and tote certified.

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.