Machine Operator - Nights

At Bel, we are not just a company-we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives.

The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI;
Brookings, SD;
Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, . #IWork For All For Good

• Receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments of $500 each - one after 90 days and another at 180 days from your start date.

• Do you know someone who already works at GoGo squeeZ? If they refer you, they can earn a $500 bonus once you've completed your first 90 days.

• Our Hourly Production team operates on a 12-hour rotating schedule. This specific position is for the Night Shift, with hours from 5:30 PM to 6:00 AM.

• Monday
  - Work
• Tuesday
  - Work
• Thursday
  - Off
• Friday
  - Work
• Saturday
  - Work
• Sunday
  - Work

• Monday
  - Off
• Tuesday
  - Off
• Thursday
  - Work
• Friday
  - Off
• Saturday
  - Off
• Sunday
  - Off

This two-week rotation then repeats.

This job posting is a general listing for three potential Machine Operator positions
- Tetrapak, Volpak, or Ixapak that may be available at the time of your application. Please note that the specific position cannot be guaranteed.

As a Machine Operator at Materne, North America in Traverse City, MI, you will be responsible for operating machinery on one of our high-speed production and food processing lines.

$24.62 - $26.85

• Operation of Tetra Pak machine - mixing of materials and products
• Load ingredients into Tetra Pak machine according to Materne's specifications.
• Work with computer interface to monitor equipment
• Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication)
• Testing of PH levels, viscosity levels, brix levels, flavor additives using quality devices
• Break down machinery with hand tools to clean and sanitize
• Receive / inspect materials and accept or reject based on Materne's specifications
• Observe materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
• Detect equipment problems and troubleshoot
• Operate industrial carts and power hand carts
• Inspect product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality
• Complete paperwork and document down time

• 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
• Operate industrial carts, power hand carts
• Perform troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment
• Clean work area and sanitize equipment
• Complete daily paperwork and reports

• Operation of Ixapak machine in a high speed manufacturing environment
• Work with computer interface to monitor and start/stop equipment
  
  Reset robotic arm positions after line shut down
• Load materials into Ixapak machine
• Set machine to increase / decrease number of pouches selected for different size packaging sleeves
• Understand mechanical operation to adjust and manipulate Ixapak machine
• Break down machinery with hand tools to clean and sanitize
• Observe materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
• Inspect pouches for uniformity and quality
• Detect equipment problems and troubleshoot
• Document tracking sheets for machine efficiency and downtime
• Operate industrial carts, power hand carts

Must be able to stand for an entire shift (12+ hours)

Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

High School diploma or GED preferred

Technical / Trade School preferred

Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment

Previous experience working in the food industry is a plus

Strong attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

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