Red Fruit Operator $24.23​/hr

Red Fruit Operator

Location:

Nampa,

There are four open positions for this role on each shift:

• A
  - Sunday-Tuesday E/O Wednesday 7a-7p
• B
  - Sunday-Tuesday E/O Wednesday 7p-7a
• C
  - Thursday-Saturday E/O Wednesday 7a-7p
• D
  - Thursday-Saturday E/O Wednesday 7p-7a

There is a $2 differential for shift C and a $4 differential for shift

D.

Job Summary:

As Red Fruit Operator for Materne North America, you will be responsible for the operation of machinery on our high speed production and food processing lines.

Job Duties:

• Operate high-speed manufacturing equipment through touchscreen/HMI
• Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication)
• Inspect product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality
• Conduct sample testing and record data (viscosity, pH, titrations, bricks, etc.)
• Operate industrial carts, power hand carts, and forklifts
• Perform troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment
• Clean work area and sanitize equipment
• Complete daily paperwork and reports
• Operate capture tank fill station and monitor filling
• Clean capture tanks as needed
• Perform consumption transactions on the computer (VIF)
• Work with computer interface to monitor raw material usage
• Monitor and record production yield and waste
• Perform and complete sensory testing

Demonstrate the Company's values and winning behaviors while adhering to all company policies and practices, including safety and environmental protocols, quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Technical/trade school preferred
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
• Previous experience working in the food industry is preferred

Skills/

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated high attention to detail and commitment to quality in all aspects of job performance
• Ability to communicate (verbal, read, write) effectively in English
• Computer skills (data entry & experience with an ERP system in a production environment preferred)
• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic math skills, including competency with weights and measures (must be able to take/record measurements and understand tare weight)
• Ability to be resourceful and identify creative solutions to complex challenges
• Must be self-driven and maintain high expectations for personal performance
• Ability to work collaboratively with others

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able work in normal office conditions and in the manufacturing plant, which includes wearing safety shoes, hairnet, smock, ear plugs and safety glasses
• Must be able to work 12 hours per day and be on one's feet for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. occasionally

Materne, North America offers a competitive compensation package which includes:
Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses, domestic partners & children;
Retirement & Savings Plans, Paid Vacation and Holidays.

Materne, North America is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.