Packaging Machine Operator (PMO) | 1st Shift

Fresh Express, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Express, Inc. is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator to operate assigned packaging equipment while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency standards. The PMO will follow SOPs, set up and breakdown machines, and document production data accurately.

The role requires basic mechanical troubleshooting, ability to read and write English, and the strength to lift up to 50 pounds. Evening and weekend shifts may be required based on production needs.

Qualifications

• Operate packaging machine equipment safely and efficiently.
• Set up & breakdown packaging machines with minimal guidance.
• Follow SOPs to ensure quality products are produced.
• Troubleshoot and report problems promptly.
• Complete documentation accurately and timely.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machine equipment and monitor production.
• Set up and breakdown machines according to SOPs.
• Document production data accurately and timely.
• Follow food safety and quality requirements.
• Report problems promptly and assist with troubleshooting.
• Occasionally direct Packers or other team members.

Skills

Basic mechanical troubleshooting

English writing/reading

Math basics

Accurate record keeping

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Packaging equipment operation

SOP adherence

Job description

Packaging Machine Operator Summary

The PMO position is responsible for the operation of assigned packaging equipment while meeting and exceeding all safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

Job Essential Functions

• Ability to operate packaging machine equipment efficiently


• Ability to properly set up & breakdown packaging machines with no guidance


• Demonstrates competence in machine operator training courses


• Follows SOPs to ensure quality products are being produced


• Ability to troubleshoot and work through problems


• Is proactive in reporting problems or potential problems immediately


• Selects and verifying correct bagger and scale recipes are being used


• Completes all required documentation accurately and timely


• Follows all food safety and quality requirements


• Works safely and follows all basic safety guidelines to help prevent accidents


• Communicates well to co-workers and Supervision


• Occasionally directs others (i.e. Packers, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills and know basic math


• Be able to accurately record information on required documentation


• Be able to successfully speak, read and write English


• Be able to lift 50 pounds


• Be able to stand for duration of the shift (8 hours or more). Perform repetitive motions throughout the shift such as push/pull/lift, bend/twist, stoop.


• Be able to climb stairs or step up onto a platform several times during the shift.


• Be able to work in noisy, wet, and cold environment, approx. 34 degrees


• Be able to work 6 or more consecutive days including overtime, ay shift, late nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.


• High School diploma or equivalent

Other Desired Qualifications/Skills

• Bilingual English/Spanish/Vietnamese


• Previous experience operating flexible packaging

Other Information:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.