Machine Operator Utility

Refresco Careers•Waco, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator Utility supports production operations in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing plant. The role maintains production flow by monitoring upstream and downstream issues, supplying equipment with raw materials, troubleshooting equipment, performing minor servicing and preventive maintenance, and following production schedules and operating procedures. The operator also supports machine operators during breaks and absences, records production and quality information, completes sanitation tasks, and works with other departments to improve quality, efficiency, and waste reduction. The position requires adherence to health, safety, food quality, and food safety standards, including GMP, SQF, and HACCP practices.

Requirements

High school certification or equivalent.
1–3 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment.
Ability to independently and efficiently operate and troubleshoot required manufacturing equipment.
Ability to understand production machinery and forklifts and recognize technical issues.
Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
Basic mathematical ability.
Ability to understand and interpret gauges, thermometers, and weight measurements.
Ability to read imperial and metric measurements.
Ability to accurately document production data and maintain organized records.
Effective verbal and written communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to complete monthly Alchemy training on time.
Forklift certification may be required.

Nice To Haves

Formal training in areas such as WHMIS, HACCP, or hygiene.

Responsibilities

Follow health and safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices, food quality and food safety standards, and required personal protective equipment procedures.
Read and follow production manufacturing schedules, communicate issues or deviations, and respond to inquiries.
Maintain production flow by monitoring upstream and downstream issues, supplying raw materials, and performing minor equipment servicing.
Follow Quality Assurance and production-line standard operating procedures.
Perform equipment changeovers according to procedures and read imperial and metric measurements.
Cover machine operators during breaks and meal periods and assume their duties during absences.
Accurately complete production and quality records, downtime reports, and related documentation.
Perform equipment and general sanitation in assigned work areas.
Work with other departments to improve quality, increase efficiency, and reduce waste.
Identify raw-material defects and visual or auditory indications of production or machine issues.
Assist in training new employees.
Perform minor machine maintenance and daily and weekly preventive maintenance.
Complete assigned duties such as cross-training, sanitation, inventory management, and training.
Complete monthly Alchemy training accurately and on time.
Follow the equipment downtime escalation process and schedule.