Machine Operator

Summary

SUMMARY: This position is primarily responsible for operating machines, such as those to blend ingredients into compounds for processing by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates. Must be able to troubleshoot, maintain, fabricate, support, and assist maintenance employees with repairs to production floor equipment.

Temp to Hire Position

Needed Availability: Mon‑Fri 6 am – 6 pm with occasional OT and Saturday shifts (not guaranteed).

DEPARTMENT: Production

• Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Loads ingredients into mixing machine hopper from conveyor, scales, or hand trucks, or directs other workers in performing this task.
• Starts machine and adjusts valves to admit steam or cooling fluids to steam jacket or devices in mixing chamber to aid in blending and densifying mixture.
• Operates machine and monitors assembly machine controls.
• Ensure assembly machines are functioning properly and make required adjustments if the equipment malfunctions.
• Inspect products for measurement and quality and separate defective products.
• Maintain a safe and clean production area.
• Other duties as assigned.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information;
  Collects and researches data;
  Uses intuition and experience to complement data;
  Designs workflows and procedures.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Develops alternative solutions;
  Works well in group problem solving situations;
  Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses;
  Pursues training and development opportunities;
  Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;
  Shares expertise with others.
• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations;
  Responds promptly to customer needs;
  Solicits customer feedback to improve service;
  Responds to requests for service and assistance;
  Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;
  Maintains confidentiality;
  Listens to others without interrupting;
  Keeps emotions under control;
  Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
  Listens and gets clarification;
  Responds well to questions;
  Demonstrates group presentation skills;
  Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively;
  Edits work for spelling and grammar;
  Varies writing style to meet needs;
  Presents numerical data effectively;
  Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities;
  Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;
  Gives and welcomes feedback;
  Contributes to building a positive team spirit;
  Puts success of team above own interests;
  Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives;
  Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Delegation – Delegates work assignments;
  Matches the responsibility to the person;
  Gives authority to work independently;
  Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities;
  Provides recognition for results.
• Quality Management – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget;
  Develops and implements cost saving measures;
  Contributes to profits and revenue;
  Conserves organizational resources.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities;
  Uses time efficiently;
  Plans for additional resources;
  Sets goals and objectives;
  Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks;
  Develops realistic action plans.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
  Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Applies feedback to improve performance;
  Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards;
  Completes work in timely manner;
  Strives to increase productivity;
  Works quickly.
• Safety and Security –…