Machine Operator - Seasonal

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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too:
Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how would
YOU put our drinks on every table?

Reporting to the Production Supervisor the machine operator is committed to providing the customer with the highest quality product in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The Machine Operator is responsible for monitoring and operating machinery on the production lines to comply with the established standard operating practices for each customer.

• Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Machine Operator is responsible for producing high-quality products in an efficient and cost-effective manner. This role involves operating, monitoring, and maintaining beverage filling and packaging equipment while ensuring compliance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), food safety requirements, quality standards, and production targets in a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment.
• This position offers the opportunity for career advancement to a Production Lead Hand role. Employees who successfully complete training and demonstrate proficiency in operating all production equipment, consistently meet performance expectations, and exhibit strong leadership, teamwork, safety, and communication skills may be considered for promotion. Advancement is based on successful completion of the Machine Operator training program, demonstrated high performance, operational competency, and business needs.

• The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned production equipment (e.g.,Depalletizer, Filler, Labeler, Carton Packer, Case Packer, Palletizer, etc.) in accordance with company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Key responsibilities include:
  • Adhere to all Health and Safety policies, procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and food safety requirements.
  • Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
  • Comply with food quality and food safety standards while ensuring all products meet customer and regulatory requirements.
  • Demonstrate a thorough operational knowledge of assigned production equipment and related auxiliary machinery.
  • Follow the production schedule and communicate effectively with the Lead Hand, Production Supervisor, and team members regarding operational issues, equipment concerns, or schedule changes.
  • Continuously monitor production equipment to ensure optimal operating performance, product quality, and production efficiency.
  • Identify and respond promptly to product quality issues, including but not limited to:
    Downed containers,
  • Underfilled products, Soft, wet, or damaged products, Coding errors, Misaligned labels, Packaging defects and Palletizing issues
  • Inspect products to verify proper closures, lid application, can seams, shelf-life coding, and packaging integrity.
  • Perform equipment, package, and product…