Machine Operator II - 1st Shift - Blending

Glanbia•Aurora, IL

12d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

Immediate Hiring for experienced Machine Operator Leads at Glanbia Performance Nutrition! Glanbia Performance Nutrition is seeking Machine Operator Leads (Machine Operator IIs) for their manufacturing team. This role offers the chance to develop your career and stretch your skills in an environment that requires innovation, initiative, and teamwork. The company emphasizes diversity and inclusivity, welcoming candidates from various backgrounds.

Requirements

Lift up to 55 lbs. on an occasional basis 6 inches off Ground to Waist.
Lift up to 30 lbs. on an occasional basis Waist to Shoulder.
Carry up to 55 lbs. on an occasional basis up to 5 ft.
Able to pull a 55lb bag from a height of 60 inches on an occasional basis.
Able to successfully perform setups on manufacturing machines assigned to.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English fluently.
Knowledge of or familiar with GMP’s/HACCP.
Required 1 year of food environment or consumer product experience.

Nice To Haves

Preferred 6 months of experience operating PIT.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall operations and leadership of different types of manufacturing equipment.
Maintaining and adjusting machines during operations and downtime cleaning activities.
Understanding the differences in powders and performing procedures associated with allergen and flavor cleans.
Filling out paper reports correctly and clearly (parts, allergen clean and flavor change sheets, safety audits, etc.).
Loading, unloading, moving, counting/picking, stacking and staging product and materials using a sit down forklift, stand-up forklift, or other MHE as required.
Performing Root Cause Analysis on the machines.
Training new hires to ensure new talent shares company values.
Supporting and abiding by the company’s safety program and all safety initiatives, policies and procedures.
Reporting all injuries to the Supervisor immediately.
Ensuring plant personnel practice safe work habits and follow safety rules.
Ensuring that work procedures are being followed in a consistent manner (Safety, Quality, GMP, MAV, HACCP).
Knowing and understanding lock out/tag procedures in the department.
Performing safety inspections and being aware of all the safety points on the machines and/or MHE.
Communicating with the appropriate Leadership if issues arise in regards to safety and/or quality issues.
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): lab coat, safety shoes, safety glasses, bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, and nitrile gloves.
Troubleshooting issues before making adjustments on the machines after training is completed.
Working with the maintenance department on improvements.
Changing parts of the machines to operate with different types of products.
Performing other duties as assigned.