Production Machine Operator II - Line 5 - 2nd Shift

Richelieu Foods; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Richelieu Foods in Wisconsin is seeking a Machine Operator II to operate and maintain multiple machines on the production line, ensuring products meet customer specifications and quality standards. The role suits someone with prior experience on production equipment and readiness to take on greater responsibility.

The position requires attention to safety, adherence to SOPs, accurate downtime recording, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in food manufacturing or packaging preferred.
• Ability to read and write in English and complete company documents.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production line equipment to meet specifications.
• Set up machinery according to SOPs and customer specs.
• Record downtime accurately and monitor line performance.
• Follow safety procedures, PPE requirements, and GMPs.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and escalate as needed.
• Provide coverage for Operator I & II during breaks when required.

Skills

18 months of food manufacturing or包装

Reliable and punctual

Fast-paced environment

Overtime when scheduled

Communicate with diverse individuals

Read and write English

Fill out company documents

Math: pounds, ounces, grams

Manage multiple lines

Safety precautions

Follow verbal instructions

Detail-oriented and team player

Education

High school, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Machine Operator II is responsible for operating and maintaining multiple machines or more technically advanced machinery on or to the production line to ensure products are manufactured per customer specifications. This role is ideal for someone that has prior experience operating production equipment and is ready to take on greater responsibility within the manufacturing process.

Essential Functions

• Ensure that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards for quality and safety and follow the appropriate food safety requirements for an accident‑free workplace.
• Setup machinery on production lines that maintains conformance to customer specifications, including proper application of ingredients/materials.
• Breaking down machinery at end of shift if applicable to the production needs
• Ensure that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) are followed.
• Responsible for making any adjustments needed to run production efficiently.
• Accurately record any downtime of the line.
• Ensure machinery is maintained in a sanitary condition.
• Recommends measures to improve methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Follows company policies, and GMP’s in addition to performing housekeeping in the area.
• Responsible for the use of required PPE as per assigned duties.
• Must be able to follow verbal instructions from the Shift Supervisor.
• Must be detail‑oriented and be able to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Notify management of any Food/People Safety or Food Quality concerns.
• Use handheld/iPad for recording consumption of materials
• Accomplish all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
• Able to troubleshoot machinery in a timely manner and notify the line supervisor of the troubleshooting process that was performed in order to resolve issue.
• As needed, provide coverage for Machine Operator I & II’s during breaks, time off or absences.

Education

• High school, GED, or equivalent.

Skills and Experience

• 18 months of food manufacturing or packaging experience.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work overtime when scheduled.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of diverse individuals within the plant.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to write and read standard information to fill out company documents.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure including but not limited to pounds, ounces, and grams, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and temperatures.
• Ability to manage and operate multiple lines.
• Implement and adhere to necessary safety precautions.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving equipment in the production area. The work environment is hot. The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions when performing sanitation on equipment. Employees must be able to wear hearing protection.