Print & Packing Machine Operator

Grassland International; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Grassland Dairy Products, Inc. is seeking a print and packaging machine operator to efficiently run equipment in the butter production department, contributing to Grassland’s mission of quality, safety, and productive operations.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work in a dynamic environment, and adherence to SOPs. Full-time, on-site at Greenwood, WI, with opportunities to support plant goals and improve processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing and industrial machine operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate print and packaging equipment in the butter production department to meet plant goals and objectives.
• Verify quality control items such as product weights, coding and packaging.
• Perform assembly, disassembly, cleaning and sanitizing of print and packaging equipment.
• Maintain proper documentation in all formats of recordkeeping.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot basic machine malfunctions.
• Follow standard operating procedures and complete necessary training elements and competencies.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Product flow understanding

Machine operation basics

Safety communication

SOP comprehension

Multitasking

Sanitation chemicals handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The print & packaging machine operator is responsible for the efficient operation of print and packaging equipment throughout the butter production department. This individual is expected to conduct themselves in a matter which promotes the continuous improvement of Grassland’s mission for quality, safety and efficient production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Comply with applicable good manufacturing, safety and quality assurance practices
• Verify quality control items such as product weights, coding and packaging
• Perform assembly, disassembly, cleaning and sanitizing of print and packaging equipment
• Maintain proper documentation in all formats of recordkeeping
• Operate print and packaging equipment at an efficient level to fulfill plant goals and objectives
• Diagnose and troubleshoot basic machine malfunctions
• Assist with general cleaning and housekeeping throughout the facility
• Follow standard operating procedures and complete necessary training elements and competencies
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, backfill throughout department as needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment
• Demonstrate an understanding of the products manufactured and the processes involved
• Establish an understanding of product flows and the relationship between upstream and downstream equipment and processes involved
• Basic understanding of machine operations and troubleshooting ability
• Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality and efficiency
• Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance
• Ability to prioritize and effectively operate multiple machines and processes simultaneously
• Demonstrate an understanding of product flows and understanding of the relationship between both upstream and downstream processes and equipment
• Ability to work with sanitation chemicals common to the food manufacturing industry

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing and industrial machine operation experience preferred

Kick off your career

The growth and success of Grassland Dairy relies solely on its employees.Don't miss an opportunity to showcase your talent, hard work, and passion.

Full-Time, Permanent
Greenwood, WI

The print & packaging machine operator is responsible for the efficient operation of print and packaging equipment throughout the butter production department. This individual is expected to conduct themselves in a matter which promotes the continuous improvement of Grassland’s mission for quality, safety and efficient production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Comply with applicable good manufacturing, safety and quality assurance practices
• Verify quality control items such as product weights, coding and packaging
• Perform assembly, disassembly, cleaning and sanitizing of print and packaging equipment
• Maintain proper documentation in all formats of recordkeeping
• Operate print and packaging equipment at an efficient level to fulfill plant goals and objectives
• Diagnose and troubleshoot basic machine malfunctions
• Assist with general cleaning and housekeeping throughout the facility
• Follow standard operating procedures and complete necessary training elements and competencies
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, backfill throughout department as needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment
• Demonstrate an understanding of the products manufactured and the processes involved
• Establish an understanding of product flows and the relationship between upstream and downstream equipment and processes involved
• Basic understanding of machine operations and troubleshooting ability
• Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality and efficiency
• Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance
• Ability to prioritize and effectively operate multiple machines and processes simultaneously
• Demonstrate an understanding of product flows and understanding of the relationship between both upstream and downstream processes and equipment
• Ability to work with sanitation chemicals common to the food manufacturing industry

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing and industrial machine operation experience preferred

Kick off your career

The growth and success of Grassland Dairy relies solely on its employees.Don't miss an opportunity to showcase your talent, hard work, and passion.

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Grassland Dairy Products, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Grassland complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.