Senior Machine Operator Jobs in Tyler, TX (NOW HIRING)

Are you a highly skilled operator ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career? We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Master Operation Technician to join our team.

This isn't just an entry-level line role-we are looking for someone with a deep understanding of plant operations who can handle advanced processing systems, master equipment setups, and tackle complex troubleshooting on the fly. If you take initiative, enjoy working with advanced machinery, and want to anchor a critical part of our daily production in a stable and supportive environment, we want you on our team. Apply today!

We take care of the people who take care of our business. Your peace of mind and well-being matter to us, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

• Fast Coverage: Health and welfare benefits become available on the first of the month following your hire date-no long waiting periods!

• Comprehensive Health: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy.

• Financial Protection: Life insurance and identity protection insurance for added peace of mind.

• Generous Time Off: Recharge and spend time with family with up to 144 hours of vacation time every year (prorated during your first year).

• And More! Ask our team about additional perks and benefits during your interview.

• Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include highly skilled / senior-level processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Blend/Filler/CIP/Retort/ Evaporator/Pasteurizer operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs

• Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line

• Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced

• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks

• Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format

• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run

• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed

• Troubleshoot and resolve moderate to complicated operating difficulties

• Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's

• Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot

• Assist with training efforts in functional area as needed

• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 2 to 4 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry

• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

• Considerable knowledge of plant operations

• Proficiency with company computer systems

• Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories

• Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines

• Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems

• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals

• Must be able to read, write and speak English