Packaging Operator

Post Holdings; West Jefferson (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. is hiring a Packaging Machine Operator in West Jefferson, OH. Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment focusing on high-quality food production. Responsible for operating machinery and ensuring food safety standards, this position offers exciting opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferably 1-3 months experience in food manufacturing.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machines including case packers and robots.
• Perform regular quality checks and maintain safety standards.
• Train new hires as required.

Skills

Ability to read and write

Basic computer knowledge

Ability to calculate general mathematics

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

High speed packaging equipment

GMPs

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food .

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc. located in the Village of West Jefferson, OH, is located just minutes from the western suburbs of Columbus and about 20 minutes to the west of downtown. We are proud to be Michael Foods’ most recent greenfield project, producing high quality protein shakes serving people all around the world. It’s our honor to continue our strong commitment to our employees, our community, and our environment.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY :

Are you a pro at navigating high-speed machinery? Do you thrive in a dynamic team environment, where every day brings new challenges and victories? Are you ready to dive into a world of non-stop action and excitement? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, then we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team as a Packaging Machine Operator and unleash your potential in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where your skills and dedication drive us towards our daily goals. Say hello to a career that keeps you on your toes and rewards your hard work with thrilling challenges and endless opportunities for growth. Apply now for a Packaging Machine Operator opening at a company that is First in Food because we are First in People.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to safe work practices, policies, and procedures. Follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety
• Operates case packers, Accumulating Conveyor, Line Control Device, Case Coder, Sleever, Cappers, and/or robots ensuring proper operations (loading corrugate, overwraps, caps, or maintaining proper glue volume, etc. including changeovers and minor adjustments).
• Fill in for other Packaging Machine Operators for lunches and breaks.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment as needed.
• Set-up of equipment and material for a production run.
• Conduct and record all quality checks and record downtime events in a timely fashion utilizing Redzone.
• Fosters open communications and a good attitude toward work and fellow employees.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance.
• Operations of a manual pallet jack
• Manage inventory consumptions or creation in inventory management system.
• Alerts the Supervisor when major mechanical problems occur and reports any system abnormalities to reduce the risk of, and damage to, the system or product.
• Team player who aligns and upholds our values: Teamwork, Accountability, Innovation and Continuous Improvement and passion for customer and consumers. Attends and actively participates in safety meetings and trainings.
• Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.
• Demonstrate proper handling and usage of cleaning agents.
• Train new hires as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Experience with food manufacturing and GMPs
• Experience with high speed packaging equipment or experience with palletizing robotic arms
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend shift change instructions, short correspondence, emails, and memos.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with other employees.
• Ability to calculate general mathematics.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving one concrete variable in standardized situations.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.

SCHEDULE

Nights Example

WEEK 1 - 40 hours regular / 8 hours over-time

Sunday OFF

Monday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Tuesday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Wednesday OFF

Thursday OFF

Friday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Saturday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

WEEK 2 – 36 hours regular

Sunday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Monday OFF

Tuesday OFF

Wednesday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Thursday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Friday OFF

Saturday OFF

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Experience with food manufacturing and GMPs
• Experience with high speed packaging equipment or experience with palletizing robotic arms
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend shift change instructions, short correspondence, emails, and memos.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with other employees.
• Ability to calculate general mathematics.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving one concrete variable in standardized situations.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.

SCHEDULE

Nights Example

WEEK 1 - 40 hours regular / 8 hours over-time

Sunday OFF

Monday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Tuesday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Wednesday OFF

Thursday OFF

Friday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Saturday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

WEEK 2 – 36 hours regular

Sunday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Monday OFF

Tuesday OFF

Wednesday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Thursday Work 6:00pm – 6:30am

Friday OFF

Saturday OFF

POSITION SUMMARY :

Are you a pro at navigating high-speed machinery? Do you thrive in a dynamic team environment, where every day brings new challenges and victories? Are you ready to dive into a world of non-stop action and excitement? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, then we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team as a Packaging Machine Operator and unleash your potential in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where your skills and dedication drive us towards our daily goals. Say hello to a career that keeps you on your toes and rewards your hard work with thrilling challenges and endless opportunities for growth. Apply now for a Packaging Machine Operator opening at a company that is First in Food because we are First in People.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to safe work practices, policies, and procedures. Follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety
• Operates case packers, Accumulating Conveyor, Line Control Device, Case Coder, Sleever, Cappers, and/or robots ensuring proper operations (loading corrugate, overwraps, caps, or maintaining proper glue volume, etc. including changeovers and minor adjustments).
• Fill in for other Packaging Machine Operators for lunches and breaks.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment as needed.
• Set-up of equipment and material for a production run.
• Conduct and record all quality checks and record downtime events in a timely fashion utilizing Redzone.
• Fosters open communications and a good attitude toward work and fellow employees.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance.
• Operations of a manual pallet jack
• Manage inventory consumptions or creation in inventory management system.
• Alerts the Supervisor when major mechanical problems occur and reports any system abnormalities to reduce the risk of, and damage to, the system or product.
• Team player who aligns and upholds our values: Teamwork, Accountability, Innovation and Continuous Improvement and passion for customer and consumers. Attends and actively participates in safety meetings and trainings.
• Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.
• Demonstrate proper handling and usage of cleaning agents.
• Train new hires as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.