Machine Operator II

Position Summary: This position is responsible for general production work in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art fresh cut produce facility, including cutting, packing, and assembling many types of fresh produce.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Adhere to all rules of safety and regulatory compliance including (USDA, QTV, FDA, OSHA, SQF, etc.)
• Ensure quality standards are being met throughout entire process
• Ability to cut fresh produce by hand using knives or other hand tools.
• Pack and assemble fresh cut produce.
• Walk, stand, balance, push, pull, reach and be able to lift up to 25lbs. on a regular basis.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Move and grasp items with both hands; hear and see well.
• Work in a cold environment with temperatures that range from 35 to 38 degrees.
• Follow uniform policies related to working in a food production facility.
• Wear steel/composite/aluminum toe, slip resistant safety shoes/boots.
• Must be able to work around cleaning chemicals - for example chlorine and sanitizer. Must be able to work in an environment with ammonia.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications And Educational Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED required
• At least 6months of food processing experience
• At least 6 months experience with large scale food preparation equipment and techniques
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include holidays and weekends
• 18 years of age

Skills And Requirements

• Read and write basic English
• Must have a strong mindset and uphold standards of machine safety and operational procedures-Complete inspections before and after usage
• Must have technology proficiencies and be able to learn how to operate equipment with the Machine Interface responsible for creating recipes.
• Ability to navigate the operational features of the machine and ability to troubleshoot equipment to determine root causes of equipment stoppages.
• Monitor machinery operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
• Ensure machines are in optimal working condition to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
• Basic troubleshooting with machinery.
• Attention to detail regarding the working condition of the equipment including quality of seal of bags, cups, and blade sharpness
• Keen attention to detail and responsible for Food Safety Quality Inspection of Raw Materials
• Ability to work at a fast pace while maintaining safety awareness, including in the warehouse
• Ability to communicate effectively with different departments to deliver expected customer service levels
• Ability to be cross trained on various areas of the production floor
• Must plan production runs to reduce change overs and manage time effectively
• Have Leadership skills and work well with a team