1st Machine Operator (Pack Off)- Cook

RUPRECHT CO • Mundelein, IL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The machine operator is responsible for the daily operation of their assigned machine on the production line.
Role and Responsibilities
· Understand, program, and ensure the machine is running properly for production and complete all necessary checks, and enter information requested in the tablets.
· Ensure that our products and services meet all necessary Quality specifications before they reach the consumer.
· Meet set up expectations starting lines on time.
· Maintain or exceed goals on yields and efficiencies by meeting efficiency standards throughout your shift.
· Meet standards of scheduled run times for the lines.
· Observe and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards by maintaining a clean, neat, and organized work area.
· Follow all rules / guidelines / GMP’s. (Good Manufacturing Practices)
· Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High Scholl Diploma or GED Certificate
• Previous experience in a food production environment required
• Must possess a high level of technical proficiency to assist operators in problem solving while exercising considerable judgment and have the ability to meet or exceed the production process
• Knowledge of GMPs, SPC, HACCP, OSHA, and USDA regulations.
• Candidates should be self-starters with a strong work ethic and the ability to prioritize their workload to ensure timely issue resolution.
• Exhibit honest and clear communication, both orally and written, for effective teamwork. Treat everyone equally with respect- listen to others and make them feel valued. Where customer decisions or food safety is a concern, communicate on a higher level.
• Organize and prioritize your own actions efficiently and manage a variety of tasks simultaneously. Be flexible and react favorably to multiple priorities, changing schedules and daily assignments while paying attention to detail. Demonstrate a sense of urgency and focus on actions, while multi-tasking.
• Handle conflict in a mature manner to establish trust with coworkers and encourage team collaboration. Understand the people and departments and support team decisions.
• Stand in cold temperatures (38 degrees) for seven (7) or more hours in a day
• Handle cold and wet product throughout the day
• Able to lift to 50 lbs. several times a day and occasionally 70 lbs.
• Visually identify and evaluate product
• Visual ability for driving, able to hear bells and horns for anticipating oncoming forklift traffic
• Repetitive motions of hands and arms. Some overhead reaching throughout the day
• May work in aisles or narrow passageways

Responsibilities

• Understand, program, and ensure the machine is running properly for production and complete all necessary checks, and enter information requested in the tablets.
• Ensure that our products and services meet all necessary Quality specifications before they reach the consumer.
• Meet set up expectations starting lines on time.
• Maintain or exceed goals on yields and efficiencies by meeting efficiency standards throughout your shift.
• Meet standards of scheduled run times for the lines.
• Observe and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards by maintaining a clean, neat, and organized work area.
• Follow all rules / guidelines / GMP’s. (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED