Operator - Machine II 1st shift

Rich Products Corporation; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Parental leave

Family planning support

Associate resource groups

Volunteering & community impact

Holiday gatherings

In-house taste tests

Job summary

Rich Products Corporation in Morristown, TN is hiring an Operator - Machine II for 1st shift. You will set up and change over equipment to meet product needs while maintaining food safety and quality guidelines.

You will train new associates and ensure on-time startup across all shifts, with a focus on safe, efficient production. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2 years in manufacturing, with the ability to lift 50 pounds, follow formulas, and work in a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Observes safety rules and uses PPE.
• Maintains GMP and a clean, orderly work area.
• Set up, change over, adjust, repair and operate equipment on all shifts.
• Ensures equipment is ready for on-time startup.
• Make adjustments to keep products flowing smoothly.
• Performs process control and quality checks.
• Operates date coders and verifies codes.
• Maintains a safe, orderly work area per guidelines.
• cleans equipment following sanitation practices.
• Assists QA in sampling and duties.
• Troubleshoots processing equipment as needed.
• Completes daily production reports accurately.
• Trains new associates.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

2 years manufacturing experience

Lift 50 pounds

FIFO knowledge

Follow formulas

Self-starter

Team player

Detail oriented

Flexible shift hours

GMP adherence

Computer skills

Forklift/tote certification willing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Operator - Machine II 1st shift

Location: Morristown, TN, US, 37814

Segment: Operations

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.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family-owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings
• In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

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 over 13,500 associates working in 100 locations globally, and annual sales at $5.9billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.