Machine Operator​/ Food Production

Full job description

Job Description Job Title Operator 1, Bakery Location Chicago  Heights, IL 1st 6am-6pmDepartment Production Reporting  to Production Supervisor Position Purpose Responsible in maintaining, controlling, and operating machines and equipment that are used in the manufacturing process. Ensures that the product meets company specifications, ensures that the job duties that affect safety, legality and quality standards are addressed.

Key Accountabilities Ensures that our products meet the company’s standards and specifications

Complete, legible and accurate documentation

Must understand and follow all company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
Food Safety and Quality Standard Requirements are being maintained daily

Must understand and comply with the company Allergen, Food Defense and HACCP policies

Must communicate with Supervision of any Food Safety and Equipment concerns

Follows all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for the area worked

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships

Never abuse equipment

Work with Supervision and Maintenance to maintain equipment in good working condition

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Correct weighing and recording of any waste to be disposed of Follows all work instructions

Perform all other work assigned duties as required by Supervision Keep work area and machinery clean

Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary for task at hand Never use damaged pallets

Must comply with all safety policies and procedures at all times

Utilize all safety devices

Report any unsafe work practices or injuries to your supervisor

Required to maintain a safe and clean work environment

Responsibilities

Works to maintain and improve on the quality, legality and safety of each product and the processes used in their manufacture.

Responsible for keeping assigned work area clean and tidy at all times and reporting any potential contamination and suspicious activity to a Supervisor immediately.

Responsible for the production of a quality product that meets all customer and regulatory requirements.

Effectively communicates as required with supervisor.

Assures that the necessary tools, settings and supplies are ready prior to production.

Maintains constant attendance to the machines and prevents other employees that are not trained on that machine from improper use.

Records and accounts for all materials used on the line for assigned shift.

Assists supervisor in maintaining the work areas in a clean and safe manner.

Makes machine adjustments, and informs the supervisor and the maintenance department when major repairs are required.

Records all down time due to machine malfunctions and reports them to the supervisor at the end of the shift.

May be required to use the SAP computer system, and accurately document finished goods, or semi-finished goods.

May be required to take on additional responsibilities or roles based on the needs of the plant.

Other duties assigned by managers/supervisors

Skills, Experience & Qualifications One year related experience and/or training

Education, Technical Qualifications, Experience and Competencies Proficiency Level Required High  School Diploma or GED Preferred

Experience in the food industry

Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to climb, stand or walk for extended periods of time

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Able to stand up to a minimum of 8 hours

Able to work with product on moving conveyors

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to outside weather…