Packaging Machine Operator (PMO) | 2nd Shift

freshexpress; Morrow (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

freshexpress is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator to operate assigned packaging equipment and meet safety, quality, and efficiency standards. The role requires the ability to set up and break down machines with minimal guidance, follow SOPs, troubleshoot issues, and document actions accurately.

Candidates should be able to read, write and speak English, be willing to work in a noisy environment, and stand for long shifts.

Qualifications

• Operates packaging machine equipment.
• Sets up and breaks down packaging machines with minimal guidance.
• Completes machine operator training courses.
• Follows SOPs to ensure quality products are produced.
• Troubleshoots and troubleshoots problems as they arise.
• Reports problems or potential problems promptly.
• Selects and verifies correct bagger and scale recipes.
• Completes required documentation accurately and on time.
• Follows food safety and quality requirements.
• Works safely and follows basic safety guidelines.
• Communicates effectively with co-workers and supervision.
• Occasionally directs others (e.g., Packers).

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machine equipment efficiently.
• Set up and breakdown packaging machines with minimal guidance.
• Follow SOPs to ensure quality products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Document actions accurately and timely.
• Ensure proper bagger and scale recipes are used.
• Maintain safety and food safety standards.
• Communicate with team and supervision.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Basic math

English proficiency

Bilingual English/Spanish/Vietnamese

Lift 50 pounds

Stand for 8+ hours

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

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 SOP's 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/oull/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.