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Job Title:Machine Operator
Department:Acorn Operations
Reports To:Acorn Maintenance Manager
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Location:Acorn Plant
Work Arrangement:On-Site
Shift / Schedule:Full-time
Travel Requirements:N/A
Employment Type:Full-time

Role Overview / Purpose and Scope

The Machine Operatoris responsible foroperating, monitoring, andmaintainingassigned production equipment at Farmer Focus's Acorn packing plant. This role supports safe, efficient, and high-quality production bymaintainingstrong quality, productivity, and equipment standards while following all safety programs, food safety requirements, and company procedures.

The Machine Operator playsan important rolein supporting packing plant operations byidentifyingmechanical concerns, communicating equipment issues, completing assigned tasks accurately and efficiently, and helping ensure production equipment runs safely and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate,monitor, andmaintainassigned machinery and equipment in the Acorn packing plant.

• Maintain superior quality, productivity, and equipment standards for assigned areas and equipment.

• Follow all safety programs, procedures, and company requirements.

• Maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.

• Identifyparts, equipment, or machines that need new or replacement parts.

• Respond to production area requests when mechanical or equipment issues have beenidentified.

• Communicate with production management and production team members to diagnose equipment issues anddeterminepotential mechanical problems.

• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment asrequired.

• Complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently, using time and resources effectively.

• Read and follow lockout/tagout and confined space entry procedures asrequired.

• Read and interpret documents, instructions, and drawings related to the role.

• Support equipment reliability, production flow, and safe plant operations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation

Compensation Range:$19.50

The posted compensation range for this role should reflect the minimum and maximum amount Farmer Focus in good faith expects to pay at the time of posting, based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, market data, and the budgeted amount available for the position.

Benefits:Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members' health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll,paid time off and sick leave,semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match,HSA and FSA,education reimbursement opportunities, employeeassistanceprograms (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs.

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, ordiscontinuedby Farmer Focus at any time.

Qualifications

• Generalmathematical abilityrequiredto perform the job.

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Ability to read and write well enough to safely use lockout/tagout and confined space entry programs.

• Ability to read and interpret documents, instructions, and drawings.

• Basic knowledge of standard and metric measurements.

• Ability toidentifymechanical issues and communicate concerns to production management and team members.

• Ability to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.

• Ability to work assigned days and shifts, includingsome weekends.

• Ability to follow safety procedures, production standards, and company policies.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery or production equipment in a manufacturing, food processing, poultry processing, packing, or production environment.

• Experience performing basic preventive maintenance.

• Basic mechanical aptitude or experienceidentifyingequipment issues.

• Familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures, confined space entry procedures, or production safety programs.

• Willingness to work within the framework of the FarmerFocusCARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship.

New team members must be able to pass a drug,alcoholand background screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel