Pre-Process Flex - D Shift - INTERNAL ONLY 1

Bel; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bel Brands is seeking a Machine Operator for Materne North America in Traverse City, MI to operate high-speed production lines and ensure product quality. You will read schematics, conduct tests, and document results while supporting forklift operations and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities include monitoring machine activity, recording test data, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and ensuring accurate daily paperwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; technical/trade school preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to operate high-speed equipment and read schematics/diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed manufacturing equipment through touchscreen/HMI.
• Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity.
• Inspect product during production for quality.
• Conduct sample testing and record data (viscosity, pH, titrations, bricks).
• Operate industrial carts, power hand carts, and forklifts.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment.
• Complete daily paperwork and reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Planning & problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

ERP data entry

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical / Trade School

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Bel, makers of iconic brands including Babybel, The Laughing Cow, Boursin, and GoGo Squeez is a growing global company that values your contributions, strives to create a sense of belonging for everyone and offers career growth and development opportunities, as well as competitive total compensation and meaningful well-being benefits from day one. For All, For Good, our company signature, reflects Bel’s commitment to sustainability and healthier and responsible food for all. The company has headquarters in Chicago (Bel Brands USA) and New York City (GoGo Squeez) and operates 5 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Leitchfield, KY; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

Job Summary

As a Machine Operator for Materne North America, you will be responsible for operating high speed equipment on our production and food processing lines.

Position Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed manufacturing equipment through touchscreen/HMI
• Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication)
• Inspect product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality
• Conduct sample testing and record data (viscosity, ph, titrations, bricks, etc.)
• Operate industrial carts, power hand carts, and forklifts
• Perform troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment
• Clean work area and sanitize equipment
• Complete daily paperwork and reports

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand for an entire shift (12+ hours)
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to walk up & down stairs multiple times per shift
• Must be able to get on/off of a forklift multiple times per shift

Education

• High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Technical / Trade School preferred

Experience

• Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment

Previous Experience Working In The Food Industry Is Preferred

• Experience operating industrial carts, power hand carts, and sit down forklifts preferred

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Ability to plan work and anticipate problems
• Mechanical aptitude
• Computer skills (data entry & experience with an ERP system in a production environment preferred)
• Basic math skills, including competency with weights and measures (must be able to take/record measurements and understand tare weight)

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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