Machine Operator (Meat Plant)

Shamrock Foods•Commerce City, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Shamrock Foods Company is seeking a Machine Operator for their Meat Plant. This role involves running and maintaining production equipment such as sleevers, case packers, de-palletizers, and wrappers. The Machine Operator will contribute to department production goals and maintain a clean and safe work environment. This position requires adherence to all safety practices, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), confined space safety, safe chemical handling, and fall restraints. The role also includes monitoring the meat production process, adjusting equipment, checking weights and packaging, troubleshooting operational issues, reassembling equipment after maintenance, and performing cleaning procedures like CIP (Clean-In-Place). Additionally, the operator will monitor the palletizing process, program new pallet patterns, and be responsible for food safety and quality within their designated area, reporting any issues immediately. Accurate documentation and adherence to Quality Assurance standards are also key responsibilities. Regular and reliable attendance is expected, along with performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Fluency in English; ability to communicate when necessary to complete duties, read and write.
Able to work in a cold and wet environment for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to work in various temperature-controlled zones ranging from cold to hot.
Demonstrates a mechanical aptitude and can work and maneuver in tight and awkward areas and positions.
Ability to operate equipment at recommended speeds and communicate mechanical and operational defects as they arise.
Must be flexible and willing to work the demands of the department which may be subject to evenings, weekends and holidays.
Must be able to frequently reach up to 31-77 inches.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred
3+ months experience in manufacturing or another related field preferred

Responsibilities

Run and maintain production equipment such as sleevers, case packers, de-palletizers, wrappers and other related equipment within the Meat Plant.
Contribute to overall department production goals and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Follow all required work safe practices, including compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
Closely monitor meat production process and adjust equipment as necessary.
Monitor weights, seals, caps, and other general packaging items in the process.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
Reassemble equipment after maintenance, clean up, and changeovers.
Ensure concentrations are taken with each CIP, monitoring flow & temperature.
Perform preventative maintenance, line changeovers, and environmental cleanup.
Closely monitor the palletizing process.
Program new pallet patterns as new business arises.
Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.
Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.
Follow Quality Assurance standards and collect required samples, as needed, for Quality Assurance testing.
Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Other duties as assigned.