Machine Operator | Aseptic Filler

Overview

Operator, Assembly role in Kalamazoo, MI. Compensation: $71,250 - $95,000. This position is full-time and comes with opportunities to contribute to Refresco’s vision of putting our drinks on every table.

• Operating assigned machines and all other associated work including preventative maintenance, machine changeovers, adjusting for operational efficiency, and assisting other operators as necessary.
• Startup machine and observe operation to detect malfunctions.
• Perform best practice quality checks.
• Identify and report defective materials.
• Maintain awareness of your area for hazards such as loose wires, loose parts, scattered tools, puddled juice or water, loose cording from cap pallets, open knives, and bottles around moving parts of the star wheel assembly.
• During downtime take care of accumulating rework.
• Manually record data as required, charting necessary process adjustments based on data findings.
• Ensure quality checks and procedures are complete.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitation of all equipment.
• Observe all safety procedures.
• Complete required documentation to maintain packaging specs.
• Verify specs such as cap torque, stream pressure, container fill temperature, fill weights, codes, etc.
• Determine causes of downtime and document it on the downtime sheet.
• Report food safety and quality problems to Plant Management and SQFP to initiate action.

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Machine operations within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to understand units of measure and record information.
• Ability to work any shift assigned.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written work-related instructions.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Willingness and ability to cooperate with and work well with others.
• Ability to track and record production information as necessary.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Continuously standing and/or walking.

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Well-being benefits
• Discount programs

Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Food and Beverage Services