Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (2:00 PM -10:30 PM)

HACO Culinary•Manteno, IL

16h•Onsite

About The Position

A multi-skilled position responsible for the operation and quality control of all the Salad Dressing packaging equipment and systems required in the process of making Salad Dressing finished goods. This person should be production oriented, educated in food safety defense, have good leadership skills, and willing to work closely with the other Salad Dressing team members. Operate all packaging systems including fillers, metal detectors, bottle coders and box coders. Clear jams safely on the above equipment.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent work experience
Effective verbal, listening, written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work well with other departments in the company
Ability to work off shifts, weekends, and holidays if required
Self- directed
Good attendance

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of manufacturing environment and practices

Responsibilities

Start-up and shutdown of Salad Dressing equipment following Safety, Quality, and Production guidelines.
Perform and document quality checks utilizing computer software for critical aspects such as: package fill weight, code dates, labels, metal detection (CCP #2) etc.
Work with team members to ensure totes are changed in a timely manner
Keep accurate production and quality records
Monitor the equipment as it runs to keep downtime at a minimum.
Assist on changeovers as assigned to minimize downtime
Maintain housekeeping standards in the Salad Dressing packaging area
Relieve line workers as requested
Change film rolls including proper alignment of film
Ensure code date matches job packet instructions
Inspect and monitor container weights
Perform cleaning and sanitation following all guidelines
Participate as an active member of the Production Team
Participate in Quality and Productivity improvement efforts
Work closely with Material Handler to ensure FIFO is followed
Document duties as scheduled in the computer based system
Follow all written and verbal Salad Dressing production priorities for the day and week
Monitor and turn in all production and quality sheets for the shift
Monitor materials in use to ensure productivity and quality requirements are maintained
Inform Production Manager of all production, quality, safety, or personnel issues
Follow all written and verbal production instructions and priorities
Work closely with team members from all shifts to ensure effective shift hand offs
Assist in finding coverage for shift to fill in for absences and vacations
A good working and communication relationship with co-workers, warehouse personnel, the Production Supervisor and Manager
Other duties as assigned.