Machine Operator 1

D&W Fine Pack • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

Machine Operator 1 operates machinery used to manufacture high-quality food packaging products. The role follows plant safety and quality procedures, supports food safety initiatives, performs production and packaging work, and records product and order information. The company describes a team-oriented culture focused on excellence, continuous improvement, service, and purpose.

Responsibilities

• Follow plant safety procedures and guidelines.
• Know emergency procedures for events such as power outages, machine failures, and workplace injuries.
• Wear and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Understand and identify Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Inform a supervisor of safety issues and immediately report workplace injuries or incidents.
• Participate in safety improvement activities, including Hazard Identification, Safety Suggestions, and Safety Teams.
• Start machines by engaging controls.
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Feed machines and monitor their speed during production.
• Perform production work, including feeding machines and packing a variety of products.
• Examine products to verify they meet quality standards.
• Maintain a neat work area.
• Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records, and complete other required documentation.
• Assist other workers with specific chores as requested.
• Follow plant quality practices, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Support plant food safety initiatives by completing required training and implementing and complying with required practices.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Short- and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, financial tools, and legal help
• Wellness program
• Access to Cancer Expert Now consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed