Machine Operator Lead US
Refresco•Modesto, CA
•$22 - $30•Onsite
About The Position
Refresco is the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, serving national and international retailers as well as Global, National, and Emerging (GNE) brands. With production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia, their products are distributed worldwide. The company is driven by an ethos of continuous improvement, innovation, and a solutions-based approach, fueled by passionate people pushing the boundaries in a fast-moving industry. They are seeking individuals who can contribute to their ambitious vision of putting drinks on every table.
Requirements
- Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment required.
- Ability to independently and efficiently operate and troubleshoot required manufacturing equipment.
- Solid understanding of production machinery/forklifts, including an awareness of technical issues.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
- High School Certification or equivalent (GED)
- 3-5 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment
Nice To Haves
- Forklift certification may be required
Responsibilities
- Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Adhere to food quality and food safety standards as per corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (e.g., SQF).
- Acquire an in-depth, operational knowledge of the assigned line’s operating equipment and other ancillary or offline related equipment.
- Adhere to the production schedule and communicate with the Supervisor regarding problems or necessary changes.
- Monitor the production line for defects and identify raw material issues that could impact production quality, efficiency, or waste.
- Monitor finished product and/or cases for proper closures/seams, date and product codes, and damaged or out-of-specification packaging.
- Following standard operating procedures and reading both imperial and metric measurements, perform changeovers efficiently and carefully.
- Record all necessary information for production and quality records, including accurate downtime reports and documentation.
- Perform all end of shift duties to ensure a smooth transition for the incoming shift.
- Work closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, increase yields, and eliminate out-of-specification or damaged product.
- Foster a positive team environment to promote cooperation and teamwork.
- Possess a practical understanding of SQF and HACCP and address inquiries related to both.
- Read, comprehend, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule, effectively communicate issues or deviations, and respond to inquiries.
- Maintain production flow by monitoring downstream and upstream issues, supplying raw materials, and performing minor servicing.
- Follow all Quality Control and Production line standard operating procedures.
- Understand visual and auditory cues to identify production or machine-related issues.
- Assist in training new employees.
- Perform minor machine maintenance as well as daily and weekly preventive maintenance.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
- Short-term disability and long-term disability
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 5 Vacation Days and Paid (Sick) Time Off Days in accordance with applicable law
- Well-being Benefit
- Discount and Total Reward Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
