Machine Operator I - Mixing - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Makers Pride•McComb, OH

About The Position

Works in the Mixing Department to prepare products according to standard recipe requirements. The role operates commercial-grade mixing equipment with computerized control systems and follows standard operating procedures. Operators must promptly alert Operators, Leads, or Supervisors to quality or safety issues and work safely throughout the shift. The position is on the production floor for 100% of the shift, with other duties assigned as needed. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekends when required. The work involves repetitive physical tasks and a production environment that may include variable temperatures, wet or humid areas, light to moderate noise, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, vibration, and, at times, high or outdoor work areas. Employees are expected to maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with colleagues and management, communicate effectively, and respond constructively to new ideas and feedback. Work authorization sponsorship is not available; candidates are responsible for ensuring they are legally authorized to work in the location of the role.

Requirements

Able to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekends when required.
Communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions and report problems.
Able to work in excess of 40 hours per week when required.
Able to stand for eight hours per shift and walk up to 400 yards to work areas.
Able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds; the physical requirements section also states regular lifting of ingredient boxes or bags up to 70 pounds and occasional movement of up to 25 pounds with a hoist, pallet jack, or cart.
Able to push or pull items up to 2,600 pounds with assistance.
Able to reach repetitively overhead, under, and across; bend, stoop, and twist; use hands and fingers; and perform repetitive tasks requiring hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Able to see, hear, talk, distinguish colors, climb steps, and maintain balance; may need to crawl under equipment to reach work areas.
Able to work in light to moderate noise, with hearing protection potentially required, and in variable temperatures, weather conditions, and wet or humid areas.
Able to work near moving mechanical parts and potential fumes, airborne particles, vibration, and high or outdoor work areas.
Basic math and reading skills, including applying fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; performing arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; and understanding units of measurement.
Able to measure and read scales.
Able to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Able to recognize problems and take immediate action, work with minimal supervision or independently, and solve practical problems with limited standardization.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment in close proximity to others, work well with others in stressful situations, and meet deadlines.
Receptive and responsive to new ideas, concepts, procedures, and constructive criticism.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare products in the Mixing Department according to standard recipe requirements.
Operate commercial-grade mixing equipment with computerized control systems.
Follow standard operating procedures and maintain strong attention to detail.
Alert Operators, Leads, or Supervisors to quality or safety issues.
Work safely at all times.
Remain on the production floor for the full shift.
Perform other duties as needed.
Complete general housekeeping, including sweeping and mopping.
Communicate and work effectively with employees and management across departments.