3891 Finished Goods Machine Operator

Mt. Olive Pickle Company, INC.•Goldsboro, NC

16h•Onsite

About The Position

We have an opening for a Night Shift Finished Goods Machine Operator at the Goldsboro Location. The Finished Goods Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring and maintaining finished goods packaging equipment to ensure products are packaged accurately, safely, and efficiently. This role supports production goals by maintaining quality standards, following safety procedures, and ensuring smooth operation during overnight production hours.

Requirements

High school or equivalency needed.
Must successfully complete company training modules for all pieces of qualified equipment.
Ability to speak, read and write English required.
Uses mathematical skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions in sizing materials, computing amount of material needed, reporting time, etc.
Uses mathematics together with complicated equipment diagrams, specifications, charts, tables, and various types of precision measuring instruments.
Must be able to work independently, to plan sequence of and make decisions concerning mathematical and equipment procedures and to perform any of the tasks listed above.
Must be able to learn new technology and instruct Operator Mechanics of lesser skill or experience.
Intermediate level computer skills needed.

Nice To Haves

Additional trades training a strong plus.
CRC (Bronze level or higher) a plus.

Responsibilities

Sets up, troubleshoots, repairs and/or replaces parts, and operates qualified equipment in department.
Under the supervision of the supervisor, coordinates work and resolves production or equipment problems.
Performs preventive maintenance and inspection of all equipment.
Sets ups, operates, repairs, and maintains equipment in the department to produce safe quality food while meeting department KPI’s.
Adjusts line speeds as necessary to meet standards and maximize production while maintaining quality.
Performs daily and weekly operational and pre-operational checks on all equipment. Writes work requests for any repairs and has supervisor approve. Makes DIN calls as needed.
Troubleshoots and repairs equipment including replacement of parts on equipment as required to minimize downtime. Notifies maintenance of any assistance needed.
Cleans and maintains assigned work area, including servicing and performing preventive maintenance on equipment, checking oil levels, greasing, etc.
Monitors to assure that all product adheres to food safety and quality critical limits. The lead machine operator/mechanic’s absence will be covered by another employee trained to monitor food safety and quality.
Hands out and later collects and reviews weekly and monthly preventive maintenance reports.
Follows safety rules and company policies.
Assumes some duties of Supervisor in his/her absence.
Assists in training and monitoring progress of employees in department.
Assumes responsibilities of Operator Mechanic, Time Keeper and Staffer when needed.
Records weekly inventory of department supplies.
Performs grinding and sheet metal operations in minor fabrication projects.
Operates forklift occasionally in some job tasks.
Participates in training, employee meetings, committees, project teams, etc. as appropriate.
Receives verbal and written instructions from supervisor on above tasks and performs other work as directed by supervisor.