2nd Shift - Packaging Machine Operator

2nd Shift
- Packaging Machine Operator

At Jack Link's, we feed the journey. We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and getting things done together. Fueled by creativity, passion, and a commitment to doing things the right way, we tackle the hard stuff first and focus on real progress, bold moves, and no excuses. We create opportunities, celebrate wins, own our misses, and push forward as a team, knowing our strength comes from supporting one another and having fun along the way.

We cultivate a workplace where passion meets purpose and our Team Members are inspired, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions.

If you're ready to make a difference and build something meaningful, we want you!

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Headquartered in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link's is strategically positioned with production, distribution, and support centers in key locations throughout North America, Brazil, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. This global network allows Jack Link's to deliver a wide variety of high-quality, great tasting protein snacks to consumers around the world.

The company's portfolio of brands includes Jack Link's®, Lorissa's Kitchen®, Wild River®, Golden Island®, Country Fresh Meats®, BiFi®, Peperami®, Mariani and Local Legends Meat Snacks.

2nd SHIFT: 3 p.m.

- 12 a.m. Monday
- Friday

The basic function of the Machine Operator is to perform all operational functions on the machines to achieve production goals on a daily and annual basis. Incumbent performs necessary functions in order to efficiently, safely, and correctly process materials in preparation for cooking or for packaging.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage start-up to make sure equipment is in proper operating condition.
• Set-up, operate, and perform change-over procedures of machine in accordance with operating standard protocols and machine settings.
• Change rolls (of film, zipper, scavengers, stickers, etc.) in a timely manner to minimize down time and lost material.
• Partner with Maintenance to minimized downtime. Communicate effectively with Maintenance personnel to prevent and address any machine malfunctions. Help complete basic troubleshooting or repair. Complete basic preventative maintenance.
• Continually strive to maximize productivity and efficiency while decreasing waste and work at full capacity.
• Ability to assemble and de-assemble machine.
• Perform necessary checks at start of shift and at each new product; document on paperwork, code date, correct label, upper/lower film, etc.
• Follow daily production schedule and achieve specified goals.
• Ensure quality protocols & SOPs are followed and openly communicate with FSQ in order to fix defects to ensure quality standards are consistently met.
• Ensure product conforms to specifications (i.e. weights & lengths) by performing periodic checks on output.
• Ensure products are correctly labeled and identified for proper disposition.
• Prevent and minimize rework and/or inedible.
• Record daily production paperwork, process monitors, and daily run logs sheets completely and accurately.
• Monitor workflow to maximize machine output efficiencies.
• Keep hard supplies for batch run, such as combos and v-mags stocked in the area.
• Accurately document all ingredients used and maintain a stock of necessary materials.
• Ensure Team Members working on line are efficient and completing work safety and with quality in mind
• Clearly communicate work assignments, directives, and expected outcomes with line personnel.
• Ensure all associates on your line understand and follow all policies and standard operating procedures.
• Empower personnel to strive to improve and do their best; ensuring pride in their team and ownership of their line.
• Train and continually develop the skills of the personnel in your area.
• Encourage a team spirit where all associates have pride in their line, and therefore continually attempt to break records and set new production standards.
• Routinely communicate with your Supervisor in order to gain directives, discuss decisions and action plans, and share information.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard…