Machine Operator/Packaging - 1st Shift

Devons Chocolates•Sun Prairie, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

New hires are eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments: $500 after successfully completing 60 days of employment and $500 after completing six months of employment. Job purpose The packaging machine operator is responsible for setting up and operating assigned packaging machines in order to pack optimum number of quality packages of product. Essential Functions: Adhere to company safety policies and procedures Adhere to company food safety, quality and regulatory practices and procedures Set up and operate packaging machine(s) to ensure finished product meets all Customer/ Regulatory requirements. Inspect packaging equipment prior to line start-up and changeovers. Take ownership of packaging line results Maintain accurate and legible records/documentation Oversee efficient and safe operation and of all equipment and personnel on line. Communicate with all coworkers, supervisors and maintenance staff to ensure optimal equipment performance. Train line employees as needed Assisting other departments as needed and performing related duties as assigned. What we have to offer you as an employee of Devon’s Chocolates 4 days a week (10 hour shifts) Hours: 6am - 4:30pm, Monday – Thursday Overtime available $1,000 sign on bonus Full Benefits Package after 60 Days Medical, dental & vision insurance LTD/STD & supplementary insurance 401k with company matching Paid time off Bonus Incentive Program Employee Referral Program Qualifications Minimum of high school diploma or GED Must be 18 yrs or older. Prefer having at least 1 year of packaging machine operator experience in a high speed manufacturing environment. Knowledge of manufacturing specifications and quality standards. Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs, Allergens and Personal Protective Equipment. Abilities Ability to problem- solve equipment and processes in partnership with maintenance. Ability to determine root cause and diligently apply corrective action. Ability to read and write English; Bi-lingual a plus Basic Math skills. Basic Computer Skills Experience with Allen Bradley controls is a plus Working conditions Fast paced food packaging environment that may include weekend work and overtime, exposure to various temperatures, working on concrete floors and noise levels exceeding 85 dbls. Physical requirements Ability to stand for extended periods of time, Perform repetitive tasks. Lift up to 50lbs periodically. Bend, stoop, kneel, and climb a ladder and stairs. Push/pull up to 2,200 lbs of raw materials on a pallet with a pallet jack Reach, lift, stack and maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weight up to 50 lbs Potential allergens exposure to: Peanuts, Other Tree Nuts, Wheat, Soy, Milk and Eggs. Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment corresponding to task (i.e. hearing protection, face shield, safety glasses, aprons, gloves, etc. ) Direct reports No direct reports

Requirements

Minimum of high school diploma or GED
Must be 18 yrs or older.
Knowledge of manufacturing specifications and quality standards.
Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs, Allergens and Personal Protective Equipment.
Ability to problem- solve equipment and processes in partnership with maintenance.
Ability to determine root cause and diligently apply corrective action.
Ability to read and write English; Bi-lingual a plus
Basic Math skills.
Basic Computer Skills
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Perform repetitive tasks.
Lift up to 50lbs periodically.
Bend, stoop, kneel, and climb a ladder and stairs.
Push/pull up to 2,200 lbs of raw materials on a pallet with a pallet jack
Reach, lift, stack and maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weight up to 50 lbs
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment corresponding to task (i.e. hearing protection, face shield, safety glasses, aprons, gloves, etc. )

Nice To Haves

Prefer having at least 1 year of packaging machine operator experience in a high speed manufacturing environment.
Experience with Allen Bradley controls is a plus

Responsibilities

Adhere to company safety policies and procedures
Adhere to company food safety, quality and regulatory practices and procedures
Set up and operate packaging machine(s) to ensure finished product meets all Customer/ Regulatory requirements.
Inspect packaging equipment prior to line start-up and changeovers.
Take ownership of packaging line results
Maintain accurate and legible records/documentation
Oversee efficient and safe operation and of all equipment and personnel on line.
Communicate with all coworkers, supervisors and maintenance staff to ensure optimal equipment performance.
Train line employees as needed
Assisting other departments as needed and performing related duties as assigned.