Summary of the Position:

The Machine Operator I operates and maintains one simple machine or one machine line and ensures it is running efficiently with minimum supervision.

 

Functions of the Position:

Sets up machine-loading and monitors to ensure it is running efficiently.Follows work order, quality controls and sanitation procedures concerning weights, packs, descriptions, dates UPC’s, cleanup and changeovers.Performs quality control and material waste checks.Directs/instructs machine line personnel in specific job duties.Performs pre-operational checks.Maintains and exceeds production, quality and safety standards.Loads product into hopper.Cleans machine properly after production runs or changeovers.Maintains a clean, organized and safe work area.Continually · Responsible for manufacturing, distributing and consistently maintaining safe and quality food by following current good manufacturing practices, allergen/sanitation controls, food defense/food fraud, HACCP/FSMA, SQF, and regulatory requirements. · Aware and accountable for maintaining and documenting preventative controls necessary to ensure food safety and quality. · Responsible for immediately reporting all food safety and quality issues to management. · Responsible for partnering with others, sharing knowledge, skills, and information within assigned team and across functional areas.Responsible for enhancing technical and functional competencies, as well as professional and leadership development. · Responsible to comply with all safety policies and procedures established for health and workplace safety. · Responsible to support safety culture by practicing safe work behaviors, reporting potential hazards, and conducting safety observations.

 

Education, Experience, and Knowledge:

Prior manufacturing work experience is a plusPrior industrial truck experience a plus.Prior machine operator experience a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

Capable of following verbal and written directions.Basic math skillsAbility to speak and read in EnglishMechanical abilityGood manual dexterity, vision and mobilityAbility to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

 

Job Specific Requirements:

This position is subject to mandatory overtime based on business needs.

 

In the event that the Machine Operator I is absent, the department manager is responsible for providing an equally qualified person to cover this position.

 

JBSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.