Blow Mold Machine Operator

Shamrock Foods•Phoenix, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Blow Mold Machine Operator operates the blow-mold machine by, among other duties, changing codes, changing and hooking up tanks and completing record-keeping paperwork. (S)he is responsible for Dye and weight checks, cleaning the machine when needed and following our company's Good Manufacturing Practices. Follow all required work safe practices. This would include compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

Requirements

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to communicate when necessary to complete duties
Able to work in a cold and wet environment for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to work in various temperature-controlled zones ranging from cold to hot
Demonstrates a mechanical aptitude and can work and maneuver in tight and awkward areas and positions.
Ability to operate equipment at recommended speeds and communicate mechanical and operational defects as they arise.
Must be flexible and willing to work the demands of the department which may be subject to evenings, weekends and holidays
Must be able to frequently reach up to 31-77 inches.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred
6+ months experience in dairy, manufacturing or another related field preferred

Responsibilities

Run blow mold machine and all related equipment
Sanitize machines at correct intervals
Use a pallet jack to move pallets of cartons into the plant
Keep all related equipment running smoothly (i.e. caser, overhead case pusher, stacker)
Taste test all product (which is milk-based) that is ran
Keep surrounding area clean and inspection ready
Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area
Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs
Follow Quality Assurance standards and collect required samples, as needed, for Quality Assurance testing
Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.
Follow all required work safe practices. This would include compliance of Good Manufacturing Practices, wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Other duties as assigned