About the Role
The Line Operator will set up, operate, and adjust production machinery to ensure the line runs safely, efficiently, and in accordance with customer specifications. This role requires a functional understanding of assigned equipment, with the ability to troubleshoot and repair minor mechanical stoppages.
Responsibilities
- Set up lines and re-assemble equipment
- Calibrate equipment and conduct parts changeovers
- Inspect all equipment and stations prior to production start-time
- Operate equipment and monitor line performance
- Troubleshoot and repair minor mechanical issues
- Perform quality audits in accordance with food safety code
- Accurately fill out all required documentation, pre-operational inspections, and daily productivity reports
- Perform adjustments to equipment in cases of quality defects
- Oversee housekeeping and daily clean-up of respective area
- Perform Post-operational sanitation
- Coordinate raw materials, packaging, and finished product with material handlers
- Report any issues and assist in near miss or accident investigations
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year in machine operation, manufacturing environment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Must wear personal protective equipment while on the plant floor (including warehouse areas) - Safety shoes, safety glasses, company uniform
- Must wear hygiene required PPE while on the plant floor (including warehouse areas) - Hair net, beard/moustache net (if applicable)
- High lift-truck traffic
- Temperature changing environment: humidity, heat, cold
- Noise-heavy environment, personal hearing protection can be provided upon request
- Exposure to wet conditions, slippery floors
- Exposure to food odors
- Possibility for heaving lifting, manually moving products up to 50lbs
- Fast-paced environment
Skills
- Mechanical experience is a bonus
Work Type
- Monday to Friday, from 3:30 pm until 11:30 pm
- Shift may extend due to business needs
Experience Level
- Minimum of 1 year
Education Level
- High school diploma
