Novus Foods

Summary
The Production machine operator is responsible for producing the product according to specifications to include machine start up procedures, line speed adjustments, material checks and quality standards in every product we make. The machine operator is responsible for tracking waste, reporting machine issues, participates in team huddles, the CIL (Clean, Inspect, Lubricate) process, and helps drive improvement within the production team.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Set Up Machine Properly
• Maintain a clean machine and work area
• Make adjustments as necessary throughout production
• Follows and maintaining visual standard specifications
• Completion of required paperwork and documentation
• Participate in Process Improvement activities
• Participate in team forums, huddles, escalation sessions, and safety & training sessions (Kaizen Events, Gemba Walks, Safety Committee.
• Notify Supervisor of any problems with equipment and product deviations.
• Performs repetitive tasks and follow instructions.
• Adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) that are in effect assuring the quality and quantity of product produced.
• Adhere to Lock Out Tag Out Safety Standards
• Understand and maintain high standards of tidiness and organization in line with good 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) practice
• Follow all applicable safety policies and procedures
• Support, comply, and ensure complicity with Health & Safety regulations including Food Defense, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and procedures.
• Additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
• Some manufacturing experience preferred with food manufacturing desirable
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills
• Able to perform basic troubleshooting functions
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Able to work on feet for extended periods of time
• Reliable mode of transportation
• Must be able to follow written procedures.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks and follow instructions.
• Basic math knowledge.
• Participate and recommend solutions to common quality & food safety issues.
• Take action to continuously improve his/her process targets.
• Adhere/ follow the food safety programs in the department including GMPs.
• Proficient reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is desirable.
Competencies/ Skills
• Team-oriented
• Adaptability
• Attention to detail
• Mechanically Inclined
• Work in a fast paced environment
Supervisory Responsibility
No supervisory responsibility
Work Environment
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee could be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, moving regularly, and standing for hours at a time. Strong food odors from fresh cut produce could also be present. If work is in a refrigerated environment temperatures could be 38 F to 45 F. Proper insulated protective gear is provided. Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn in the production area, loud noisy machinery and equipment is typical.