Machine Operator 1st Shift

OSI Group•West Chicago, IL

54d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for operating various types of machinery, as needed, and as described by assigned leadership. The job is an individual contributor with no direct reports. Responsibilities include setting up and disassembling equipment daily, monitoring operations, troubleshooting basic malfunctions, recording and interpreting data, calibrating systems, and working with maintenance staff on preventative maintenance. The role also involves general housekeeping, taking ownership of equipment, and complying with all organizational policies including safety, good manufacturing practices, food safety, and employment rules. A key responsibility is understanding and practicing appropriate safety procedures through education, training, and adherence to policies.

Requirements

0-1 years of experience in related field is preferred.
Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite Products.
Ability to perform comparative analysis and make recommendations.
Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.
Ability to read and follow a designated recipe.
Basic understanding of units of measure and their applications.
Ability to read, understand and follow written specifications, blueprints, or schematics in English.

Responsibilities

Set up assigned equipment each day according to the posted production schedule and as required based on the product specifications. Disassemble at the close of each day for sanitation.
Monitor equipment operations: troubleshoot and resolve basic malfunctions, notify supervision and the maintenance staff when significant issues occur.
Data recording, entry, and adjustment as needed.
Calibrate systems to time, temperature, and positions of equipment.
Record and interpret temperatures as related to the process.
Use, read and record measuring devices and product parameters.
Monitoring equipment daily and taking corrective measures to resolve issues.
Work with the maintenance staff to establish and implement preventative maintenance programs and best practice equipment operation methods.
Notify management or supervisory staff if unusual or out of spec operations are identified.
Perform general housekeeping duties in the production area: maintenance a safe and clean work area while in compliance with existing policy.
Take ownership and responsibility for the equipment and machinery.
Comply with organization policies including, but not limited to, safety, good manufacturing practices, food safety, and employment and work rules.
This role has the responsibility to understand and places in practice appropriate safety procedures. This responsibility is achieved through education, training, use of protective equipment (as applicable) and by following safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws.
Perform other duties as assigned.