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

Maker's Pride Talent Acquisition Team•McComb, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Works in the Mixing Department to prepare product according to standard recipe requirements. The role operates commercial-grade mixing equipment with computerized control systems, follows standard operating procedures, and alerts Operators, Leads, or Supervisors to quality or safety issues. The operator is expected to work safely, remain on the floor for the entire shift, perform other duties as needed, and be able to work a flexible schedule. The listed shifts are 2nd shift, 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM, and 3rd shift, 8:30 PM to 4:30 AM. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, with overtime and weekends. The work may involve variable temperatures and weather, wet or humid areas, light to moderate noise, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and vibration. Some work may be at height or outdoors. The role requires frequent physical activity, including standing for an eight-hour shift, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, twisting, and repetitive tasks. It also requires the ability to lift and carry ingredients and other items, push or pull heavy items with assistance, and occasionally move items using a hoist, pallet jack, or cart. The operator must communicate effectively, work well with others, read and interpret operating and safety documents, perform basic math, measure materials, and respond appropriately to problems. Work authorization sponsorship is not available. Candidates are responsible for ensuring they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply. Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Preferably a high school graduate or GED holder.
Basic math and reading skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; and work with units of measurement.
Ability to measure and read scales and understand units of measurement.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and written, oral, diagram, and schedule-based instructions.
Ability to recognize problems and take immediate action, and solve practical problems with limited standardization.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and independently when needed.
Ability to communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions and report problems.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment close to others, collaborate in stressful situations, and meet deadlines.
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for repetitive tasks; ability to distinguish colors.
Ability to see, hear, and talk; use hands and fingers; and reach with hands and arms throughout the shift.
Ability to stand for eight hours per shift, walk up to 400 yards to work areas, climb steps, and perform repetitive reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting.
Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds; the description also states that employees regularly lift up to 70 pounds of ingredient boxes or bags and may occasionally move up to 25 pounds with a hoist, pallet jack, or cart.
Ability to push or pull items up to 2,600 pounds with assistance.
Ability to work more than 40 hours per week when required.
Ability to work in light to moderate noise, variable temperatures and weather conditions, and wet or humid areas; hearing protection may be required.
Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and potential fumes, airborne particles, and vibration; may be required to work at height or outdoors.
Receptiveness to new ideas, concepts, procedures, and constructive criticism.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or GED.
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

Prepare product in the Mixing Department according to standard recipe requirements.
Operate commercial-grade mixing equipment with computerized control systems.
Follow standard operating procedures and maintain attention to detail.
Alert Operators, Leads, or Supervisors to quality or safety issues.
Work safely at all times.
Remain on the floor for 100% of the shift.
Perform general housekeeping, including sweeping and mopping.
Perform other duties as needed.
Maintain harmonious working relations with employees and management across departments and communicate effectively.
Work a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekends as required.