Machine Operator-DICP

Well Enterprises•Dunkirk, NY

20d

About The Position

Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is hiring a Machine Operator in Operations. Under immediate supervision, the Machine Operator operates production machinery and performs mechanical setups, including setting up and operating production lines. The role acts as a group leader, makes minor adjustments, and verifies the quality of their own work. The operator follows standard work instructions to set up, operate, clean, and shut down assigned machines and production lines. The role includes monitoring product and process quality, documenting production and quality information, checking machine safety, and performing minor troubleshooting and maintenance. The operator also helps protect products from tampering or other security incidents and promptly reports unusual activity to management. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor as business needs dictate.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Quality-minded, conscientious, and self-motivated.
Effective communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous production experience preferred.
High school diploma or GED is not required.

Responsibilities

Operate assigned machinery according to standard work instructions, including boxers, coders, conveyors, filling machines, wrappers, checkweighers, and metal detectors.
Turn on and shut down production machinery, including tanks and tracks, and set up, clean, and operate machines on designated lines according to the production schedule.
Verify proper tank mixes and ensure required supplies, such as cases, trays, barrels, and tubs, are available.
Remove cardboard, barrels, and supplies and place machine covers in their proper locations.
Record production performance, counts, downtime, and other required quality or production information.
Monitor for process abnormalities and act quickly to correct them.
Monitor product weight, quality, texture, volume, and taste.
Complete required paperwork, including weight, temperature, code, and flavor sheets.
Provide accurate documentation and sign to verify compliance with required quality specifications and procedure checks for the assigned area.
Verify machine safety, ensure safety devices are operational, and ensure safety procedures are followed.
Perform minor troubleshooting, maintenance, and equipment repairs as needed.
Assist technical operators with troubleshooting, maintenance, and preventative maintenance.
Safeguard product through production, packaging, and final packaging processes against tampering, adulteration, or other security occurrences.
Report unusual activity to management immediately.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor as business needs dictate.