Machine Operator - 1st shift - Ovens Dept. - Chicago Racine

OSI Group • Chicago, IL

18d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, sets up and operates assigned production equipment in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Leads employees engaged in a variety of manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials. Participates and leads root-cause analysis meetings, training of new employees, tracks equipment downtime, and develops related SOP/SSOPs and line-specific KPIs. Operates various types of machinery as needed and described by assigned leadership.

Requirements

• Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite Products.
• Ability to perform comparative analysis and make recommendations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and follow a designated recipe.
• Basic understanding of units of measure and their applications.
• Proficient math knowledge.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written specifications, blueprints, or schematics in English.

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years of experience in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production line by watching for equipment malfunctions or product defects, loading raw materials into equipment, unloading work in progress or finished product, and moving materials to and from the equipment.
• 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 maintenance staff when significant issues occur.
• Diagnose and repair common mechanical malfunctions on production equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• Replace broken belts, knives, seals, gaskets, etc., as indicated by condition, malfunction, or planned replacement schedule.
• Data recording, entry, and adjustment as needed.
• Calibrate systems to time, temperature, and positions of equipment.
• Calibrate production equipment to ensure that all parts are running efficiently and correctly according to manufacturer specifications.
• Record and interpret temperatures as related to the process.
• Use, read, and record measuring devices and product parameters.
• Monitor equipment daily and take corrective measures to resolve issues.
• Work with 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: maintain 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.
• Coordinate with supervisor machine coverage during rest periods and meal breaks in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain accurate labor and materials records on work orders and perform other duties as assigned.
• Understand and implement appropriate safety procedures through education, training, use of protective equipment, and by following safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week
• Additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED