Machine Operator I $23.20/hr. (12 Hour Days)

Idahoan Foods•Idaho Falls, ID

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator I is responsible for operating packaging equipment safely and efficiently while prioritizing food quality and safety. The role supports packaging-line performance, uptime, waste reduction, quality, and productivity through troubleshooting, predictive maintenance inspections, and minor repairs. The operator communicates with line employees to ensure correct materials are used according to the Bill of Materials, completes transactions in the company ERP system, verifies pallet patterns and container codes, and completes packaging documentation accurately and on time. The operator must be able to perform general packaging-line roles such as Dumper, Stacker, and Packer, follow direction from the Packaging Lead/Supervisor, and safely operate and validate on a packaging process. Processes include vertical, horizontal, and carton packaging lines. The posting describes operation of up to two processes, including horizontal pouch, horizontal carton, vertical pouch, or robot process.

Requirements

Ability to safely and efficiently operate and validate on a packaging process; the role may involve up to two processes.
Ability to perform routine machine maintenance and minor adjustments and troubleshoot common issues.
Ability to use tools and measuring devices in US or Metric units.
Ability to read, understand, and compose simple to complex instructions, policies, procedures, and correspondence in English or Spanish.
Ability to use Microsoft applications and Redzone (Apple) software.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems with minimal direction, using analytical, quantitative, communication, problem-solving, and technical skills.
Ability to communicate professionally with Operator Helpers, leadership, and coworkers.
Ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, stand and walk on concrete floors for extended periods, use stairs consistently throughout the shift, perform repetitive hand, arm, and shoulder movements, and drive a powered industrial vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in packaging operations or similar equipment.
Forklift certification.
SQF training.
LOTO training.

Responsibilities

Operate, set up, and adjust packaging machinery and monitor its operation to identify and promptly address minor mechanical issues.
Perform operator-level minor repairs and adjustments, routine maintenance, cleaning, and equipment inspections; communicate equipment symptoms to maintenance, leads, and other operators.
Work with Operator Helpers to keep the line running efficiently, replenish materials and supplies, and maintain clean, organized, safe work areas.
Operate a forklift as needed for packaging-department operations.
Inspect packaged products, conduct and document equipment checks, troubleshoot quality defects, and report quality events to the Supervisor.
Coordinate with Sanitation and Quality teams to complete and document line changeovers, including equipment disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly, and verify the next run's line and materials meet specifications.
Follow safety, food-safety, and quality policies; report incidents and potential risks, participate in root-cause analyses, and complete assigned training by its due date.
Maintain accurate ERP inventory records by comparing physical inventory with system inventory and submitting corrections as needed.
Use computer and mobile platforms to report, document, communicate, monitor equipment efficiency and quality data, manage inventory, and access product specifications.
Train new employees on training logs and standard practices, and train Operator Helpers in machine-operator skills and break coverage.
Communicate clearly and professionally with helpers, leadership, and coworkers, and follow direction from the Packaging Lead/Supervisor.