Machine Operator

Rhyz • West Valley, UT

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About The Position

The Filling Operator reports to the Filling Supervisor and operates, cleans, changes over, and provides basic maintenance and upkeep of equipment. Basic maintenance includes cleaning, inspecting, and lubricating equipment. The role supports safe production of high-quality products and includes monitoring production processes, conducting quality checks, maintaining sanitation and housekeeping, troubleshooting equipment, and completing required records and documentation. The operator also follows company GMPs, food-safety requirements, and applicable WPDN standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Maintain awareness of and use Good Manufacturing Practices and regulations applicable to handling raw materials and components.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and write legibly in English.
• Team-building skills.
• Ability to develop and promote a safe work environment for oneself and coworkers.
• Aptitude for automated mechanical processes, with good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Excel, internet, and email.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Regularly stand and move about within the work areas.
• Ability to lift loads of 50–70 pounds.
• Able to work occasional weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and monitor machines, including calibration and cleaning, at the start and end of production cycles.
• Communicate with upstream and downstream operations to maintain process flow and prevent production disruptions.
• Control and adjust machine settings, such as weights and pressures, according to product specifications.
• Feed raw materials or parts to semi-automated machines.
• Inspect parts using precision and measuring tools.
• Conduct product quality checks and follow required procedures and documentation to meet specifications.
• Maintain line housekeeping and sanitation, including performing CIP/COP hookups.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Check output for machine-related mistakes or flaws.
• Operate and troubleshoot equipment.
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products.
• Maintain logbooks of line activity, machine efficiency, and performance.
• Follow company GMPs, food-safety requirements, and applicable WPDN SOPs.
• Report food-safety and quality incidents.
• Attend monthly plant training.
• Participate in changeover activities and continuous improvement.
• Use root-cause analysis in response to downtime to help implement preventative solutions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage for eligible employees.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Voluntary short-term insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Free access to therapists.
• Health savings account.
• 401k.
• Vacation policy.

What This Job Offers

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