Day Shift Machine Operator

Bongards Creameries is a member owned Coop that has been operating since 1908. We take pride in our agricultural roots and our mission to provide a sustainable market for our patron's milk. Our vision is to be the best dairy organization and to be an employer of choice in the region. People come to Bongards for a variety of reasons, but they stay because they are valued, listened to and rewarded for their efforts.

Job Summary:

Bongards' Creameries is seeking a Day Shift Machine Operator based out of our Humboldt facility. This is an Entry Level position where the focus is operation of cheese making equipment on a rotational basis with the goal of a permanent assigned position in one of the four production lines. Responsibilities include machine operation, basic troubleshooting of equipment, line coverage wherever needed, other duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practice protocols for PPE and Cleanliness (Handwashing, Uniform, Tools, etc)
• Learn to operate multiple machines (filler, casting line, wrapper, former, grinder, massman, bander, etc)
• Able to react quickly to resolve unforeseen issues
• Monitor quality of boxes, pouches, labels and communicate to other operators
• Unwrap barrels, ensure cheese packages are made correctly
• Assemble pallets of dry ingredients according to the blend sheet and update ROSS system
• Open cheese packages and place in rework containers
• Cleaning and Sanitizing of machines, all work areas after production is finished
• Keep work area neat, clean and organized
• Work in a safe, efficient manner in a fast paced team environment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Excellent Math, Reading and Writing skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines

• Ability to work independently on assigned duties
• Adaptable to sudden changes and willing to learn new skills
• Knowledge of HMI screens, computers and forklift is a plus
• Be a dependable member of a team
• Ability to work in Cold and Warm environments
• Mechanical aptitude
• Must adhere to and follow all Safety, GMP, other quality guidelines
• Must report all food safety problems to immediate supervisor or designated replacement
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs

Schedule:

• Day Shift 5:30am to 6:00pm Monday - Friday, frequent Saturdays

Benefits:

• Medical - Prescription Drug - Dental - Vision
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability, life and voluntary insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Profit Sharing
• Internal Career Opportunities

If you are interested in this position you can apply by filling out an application in UKG/Ultipro, you must use the desktop website, not the mobile app.

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