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Trinidad Benham

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

The Machine Operator is primarily responsible for operating an automated packing machine to prepare ... Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, and safety ...

Trinidad Benham

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Ensures that adequate packing supplies are stocked in or near the packing machine. * Meets daily ... Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, and safety ...

Van's Kitchen

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Dallas, TX · On-site

$18/hr

The Packing Machine Operator, plays a critical role in our food manufacturing process by operating and maintaining packing machinery to ensure the efficient and accurate packaging of our products.

Van's Kitchen

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Dallas, TX · On-site

$18/hr

Vans Kitchen, Dallas, TX Compensation: $18.00 / hour Description The Packing Machine Operator, plays a critical role in our food manufacturing process by operating and maintaining packing machinery ...

Van's Kitchen

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Dallas, TX · On-site

$18/hr

Description The Packing Machine Operator, plays a critical role in our food manufacturing process by operating and maintaining packing machinery to ensure the efficient and accurate packaging of our ...

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3630 Operator Mechanic (Packing Dept) - Day Shift

Mount Olive, NC • On-site

Mt Olive Pickles
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Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Operate controls for packing machinery to ensure proper filling and flow of bottles and product.

  • Inspect packing machines and jars for cleanliness, proper filling, and safety issues, and respond to any issues by stopping operation and notifying supervisors.

  • Record information related to machine operation, jar breakage, and downtime using basic math skills.

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
We're looking for an experienced advanced Machine Operator (Operator Mechanic) to join our high-performance production team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in precision, and can operate complex machinery with confidence and accuracy.
Summary
Operates controls for packing machinery to ensure steady flow of bottles and product thoughout machine to get correct bottle fill. Chief responsibility is to ensure all bottles leaving the packing machine have maximum amount of product in them.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions
  • Inspects packing machine for cleanliness. Operates control panel for flume separator, for conveyor which fills packing machine, for packing machine which fills jars on line with product, and for all related conveyors.
  • Inspects incoming jars for inferior or broken glass. If jar breaks, stops entire operation to contact supervisor to carry out broken jar procedures. Important to always remove jars 10 feet on either side of broken jar before restarting operation, and to carry out remainder of broken jar procedures as specified by the Supervisor.
  • Determines that conveyor belts do not overload, that jars are filled properly and that jars remain upright. Uses tools to unclog vibration pan when needed. Notifies supervisor of any machinery breakdown. Stops operation if a foreign object is seen in product and contacts Supervisor for further instructions.
  • Notes and records information on (1) machine operated, item packed and jar size (2) jar breakage and (3) machine down time. Uses math skills including addition and subtraction for these reports.
  • Follows safety rules and company policies.

Other Duties
  • May perform duties of Packer/Laborer upon occasion.
  • Participates in training, employee meetings, committees, project teams, etc. as appropriate.
  • Receives written and verbal instructions on the above tasks and performs other work as directed by supervisor.

Requirements
High school plus additional training preferred. Prior experience operating machines in a production manufacturing environment reqhired. Ability to read and write in English required. Required math skills are addition and subtraction.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Machines, Equipment, Tools Used
Conveyor, Packing machinery, Stainless steel rod, Knife, Pliers, Mallet, Scales, Pans.
Physical Demands
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operates machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws, and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach, performs mechanical or skilled trades or a non-repetitive nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.
Work Environment
Works inside, subject to some seasonal temperature variations and intermittent wetting from some job tasks. Fumes from hot pepper and forklifts. Earplugs required because of irritating machinery noise. Some contact with grease. Head cover/beard cover and apron required.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

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