Machine Operator

The Pictsweet Company • Bells, TN

7d

About The Position

The Pictsweet Company is seeking a Machine Operator to operate and mechanically maintain assigned packaging lines. The role involves setting up production runs, monitoring packaging equipment, product, packaging, and personnel, and maintaining safety, quality, and production standards. The operator works cooperatively with supervisors, maintenance staff, and line workers to meet productivity standards, and may operate multiple lines.

The position also includes minor equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, operation of ink jet coders and case printers, correcting line errors, communicating progress to supervision, and developing solutions to reduce downtime. The operator is expected to consistently meet efficiency standards and goals for film and overfill reduction. Duties may change at management’s discretion, and other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a machine operator or in a related craft.
• Ability to run two or more lines and/or perform general mechanical duties.
• Ability to maintain and repair basic mechanical operations of line equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, weigh machines, metal detectors, VFFS baggers, and material handling systems.
• Advanced understanding of packaging systems applicable to Pictsweet packaging equipment.
• Ability to understand basic mathematical computation.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written English.
• Ability to excel in a cooperative team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand, lift, bend, and walk for an extended period.
• Ability to work in a cold environment (30–40 degrees), a non-climate-controlled area, and outdoor weather conditions.
• Willingness to work extended hours as needed, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in the direct operation and maintenance of machinery similar to that used by Pictsweet.

Responsibilities

• Operate and perform mechanical maintenance on assigned packaging lines.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors, maintenance staff, and line workers to meet productivity standards.
• Set up the line for production runs.
• Run multiple lines.
• Continuously monitor packaging equipment, product, packaging, and personnel during production runs.
• Maintain safety, quality, and production standards for each production run.
• Perform minor mechanical duties, including minor repairs to line equipment.
• Maintain and operate ink jet coders and case printers.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on line equipment.
• Communicate line progress to supervision.
• Correct errors on the line.
• Develop solutions to limit operational downtime.
• Meet efficiency standards and goals for film and overfill reduction for a sustained period.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning on the first day of employment.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Company-paid group life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability insurance.
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed