Machine Operator 6pm-6am

$44,096 - $44,096/Yr

Post Holdings - Jonesboro, AR

Full-time

Onsite - Jonesboro, AR

101-250 employees

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

The Machine Operator position at Post Consumer Brands involves operating and monitoring production and distribution equipment during the night shift. The role is crucial for ensuring the efficient production of food products while adhering to safety and quality standards. The operator will be responsible for managing equipment, supporting changeovers, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area, contributing to the overall success of the production team.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors production and distribution equipment and processes.
• Ensures all required materials/ingredients are staged and available appropriately.
• Supports timely and efficient changeovers on equipment.
• Responds safely to upset conditions, diverts product, clears jams, and communicates appropriately.
• Supports root cause analysis process and implements corrective actions following upset conditions.
• Maintains basic knowledge and understanding of SQF requirements.
• Learns, supports, and performs Basic Equipment Care (BEC) tasks accurately and on time.
• Loads/changes packaging materials into required equipment and starts and stops basic system operation.
• Follows established SOPs and Food Safety requirements.
• Operates Material Handling/inventory management equipment safely.
• Supports cleaning of production equipment, following GMP and food safety requirements.
• Records production data required for measuring waste, downtime, or production efficiency.
• Trains and coaches other employees learning new equipment, processes, and/or procedures.
• Completes job duties efficiently while supporting plant safety, food safety, quality, and environmental practices.
• Maintains clean work areas and performs sanitation tasks.
• May participate in special projects, assignments, and trainings.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months to 1 year of manufacturing or related experience is a plus.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to learn and operate all related production equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions or work direction.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to work within a team environment and build positive professional relationships.
• Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form in English.
• Ability to problem solve entry-level problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where standardizations/alternatives exist.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts, standing, kneeling, climbing, and walking for extended periods of the day; capable of repetitive gripping, pinching, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling with weight ranges up to 50 pounds; ability to perform repeated twisting, bending and reaching of upper and lower extremities; exposure to hot and/or humid environments, heights up to 30 ft., working on ladders, and confined spaces.