Machine Operator

Introduction

We’re a naan traditional company… Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.

We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

FGF Brands is hiring a 2nd Shift Machine Operator to join our team.

The Machine Operator is responsible for understanding and following all assigned tasks and abiding by all safety requirements for the following machines:
Palletizer, Depositor, Oven Operator, Schubert, Icing, Arpac, Metal Detector, Tray/Box Former, and Label Operator. They are responsible for operating their equipment as per their training as well as maintaining the cleanliness and material requirements for their specified piece of equipment.

What FGF Offers

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training, unleashing your potential
• Competitive Compensation, Health & Welfare Benefits including Vision & Dental and flexible options at competitive premiums
• 401k matching program
• Discount program - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement

• Perform the responsibilities and tasks assigned with the general guidance of the Plant Management.
• Work within a group to meet/exceed established production standards.
• Make minor adjustments to maintain the greatest operational efficiency of their assigned equipment.
• Load and replenish as necessary the machine with the appropriate material in an efficient and safe manner.
• Determine and report equipment malfunctions to appropriate parties.
• Monitor for and detect defective materials.
• Document accurate information on production and packaging forms.
• If operating the equipment responsible for controlling the Critical Control Point per HACCP, the equipment must be set up properly as stated in the procedure.
• Shut off machinery before clearing jams. Ensure equipment lockout procedure is used prior to doing any cleaning or adjustment/repair which requires safety guards to be removed or which may expose team members to injury through inadvertent movement of machine parts.
• Complete all company required paperwork to document periodic quality checks, to account for product produced, and to provide other records as required by the company.
• Clean up responsibilities:
  • During downtimes maintain the surrounding area by cleaning the floors and disposing of waste in appropriate receptacles.
  • Clean the machines and conveyors at the end of the shift.
  • Clean the floors and dispose of waste in appropriate receptacles at the end of the shift.
• Production equipment responsibilities:
  • Operates machinery or equipment as trained and instructed following safety guidelines at all times.
  • Assists in preparing for shift production.
  • Work closely with the rest of the team and become knowledgeable of the mechanics and operation of the machine in use.
• Comply with the following programs within the production area:
  • Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s)
  • Any and all food safety programs.
  • Any and all safety programs.
• Troubleshooting:
  • Utilizes understanding of the production line to troubleshoot process/packaging problems.
  • When possible, troubleshoots causes of customer issues or production problems and collaborates with other departments to provide efficient and effective resolution.
• Communications:
  • Communicate problems or issues that are occurring on the production floor to the production management team.
  • Work and communicate with other departments on production issues or concerns.
• Improvements in the Production Line:
  • Advise the Production Leader when opportunities exist to improve the production line.
  • As…