Machine Operator 1st Shift

Machine Operator 1st Shift

Columbia, SC, USA

Hourly

Full Time

Fresh Express offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees which includes health, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, life insurance, wellness perks, and other voluntary benefits.

1st Shift - 7:00AM - Until Finish

The Machine Operator should be able to independently operate identified/assigned packaging machines installed at the site.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Compliance to SOP's, GMPs, Housekeeping, Safety, and all other FE policies.
• Must inspect settings for codes, dates, leaks, oxygen levels, and seals to ensure proper operation of the assigned equipment.
• Completes all required safety, Food safety, production, maintenance, etc. documentation as required.
• Be able to participate in process improvement projects or new product testing.
• Report any equipment malfunction to the PMO, floor coordinator or supervisor immediately.
• Report any unsafe condition immediately.
• An Operator III is able to independently run, and support assigned designated packaging machines and support equipment.
• Assists higher level Operators as needed.
• Executes necessary changeovers in equipment, film, printers, and related ancillary processes while ensuring production expectations are met.
• Assure that all date coding and bag labeling is correct i.e., packages, boxes, etc.
• Plan ahead on supplies needed for upcoming products per schedule.
• Keep work area and equipment clean and free of garbage/debris at all times.
• Able to assist in different lines or baggers as needed.
• Works as directed and as a team
• Supports teammates
• Contributes to goals
• Ability to set up multiple machines for startup and during production
• Must be able and willing to assist in all jobs on line to keep machines running at all times.
• Works cooperatively with process owners to maintain quality standards
• Assures quality products are being produced by meeting quality specifications for production on assigned line(s). Uses a variety of means for measurement such as equipment setting confirmation along with probes, tanks, and meters to monitor such things as bag atmospheres, leaker rates, weights, etc.
• Makes machine adjustments as needed to achieve and maintain expected equipment performance.
• Employees may be assigned to perform other tasks such as packing, palletizing, trimming, inserting master packs, housekeeping, rework, general labor activities, etc. on a temporary basis.
• Responsible for actively supporting the other members of the employee's work team including assisting with cross-training, new-hire/buddy assignments, and process support during breaks, meal periods, and other staff coverage as needed.
• Able to pass both written and hands-on LOTO (Lock-Out Tag-Out) training on a yearly basis and be able to successfully lock out machinery as needed.
• Can advance to Machine operator II through training and education after 1 year.

Required Qualifications /

Skills:

• Must have basic mechanical troubleshooting skills and know basic math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, simple formulas, and conversions.
• Must take a written test to demonstrate proficiency.
• Must have ability to accurately track downtime and performance indicators.
• Must be able to successfully speak, read and write English at the level of work instructions, diagrams and related equipment documentation and support materials.
• Must adhere to GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices) and PPE's (Personal Protection Equipment).
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds (dead lift) continual and box opening for 8 hours a day or more.
• Must pass a math aptitude test and must pass the required strength physical examination.
• Must have repetitive hand and eye movement skills.
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift (8 hours or more), perform repetitive motions throughout the shift such as push/pull/lift, twist, stoop, and bend continuously through the shift
• Be able to climb stairs or step up onto a platform several times throughout the shift.
• Must be able to work in a noisy, wet, and cold environment of approximately 30-34 degrees Fahrenheit
• Must be able to work 6 or…