Title Machine Operator--2nd Shift; Ogden, UT

Overview

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator for our 2nd shift to join our vegetable processing facility in Ogden, UT. This position is responsible for the mechanical maintenance and operation of assigned packaging line(s).

Schedule: 3:45pm to 2:15am

• Work cooperatively with Supervisors, Maintenance, and production workers to meet productivity standards.
• Set up line for production runs.
• Continually monitor packaging equipment, product, packaging and personnel for the production run.
• Effectively maintain safety, quality and production standards for each production run.
• Perform minor mechanical duties including minor repair of all line equipment.
• Maintain and operate ink jet coders as well as case printers.
• Refer all electrical/electronic problems to the maintenance department and ensure resolution of issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance on line equipment as scheduled.
• Communicate progress of line to Supervisor/Manager.
• Correct errors on line.
• Actively develop solutions to limit operational downtime.
• Assist organizing and cleaning production line area throughout shift.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance.
• Follow all Company policies and procedures, which include SOP’s, Employee Handbook, Food Safety and Quality Procedures, Food Quality Policies, GMP Handbook, HACCP, and Pictsweet Safety Procedures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Capability of running two or more lines and/or performing general mechanical duties.
• Maintain and repair basic mechanical operations of line equipment and assist on more complex repairs.
• Understand basic mathematical computation.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, weigh machines, metal detectors, Bosch baggers, and material handling systems.
• Basic understanding of electrical controls.
• Advanced understanding of packaging systems.
• Read or interpret documents such as safety rules/ signs, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and written in English, with management and co-workers.
• Foster cooperative team environment.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Consistently meet efficiency standards for a sustained period.
• Consistently meet goals for film and product waste reduction.

• Prefer one year experience as a machine operator (or related craft).
• Prefer one-year experience in direct operation and maintenance of machinery similar to those used by Pictsweet.

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Regularly stand, climb, walk, squat, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Work effectively in cold, wet and loud environment for up to 10 hours.
• Climb and descend steep stairs.
• Must have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequent repetitive motion involving wrists, hands, fingers, and shoulders.
• Consistent repetitive motion involving wrists, hands, fingers, and shoulders.

Pictsweet is a drug‑free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/PWDNET