Machine Operator - Team 2

pladis Global•Big Flats, NY

9d•$22 - $24

About The Position

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you. As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits. To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact Click “Apply” to get started. Summary: Candidates may be considered for 1 of the following roles: Packaging Operators: Responsible for achieving standards and be qualified in all activities associated with at least two packaging machines. Able to set-up the packaging lines, do changeovers, assemble/ disassemble packing lines, cleaning, and training. Able to perform all the positions on the line, Ex., able to cover as a packer and material handler (palletizer) as needed. Processing Operators: Qualified to run at least two Enrobing lines on the wet processing end.

Requirements

6 months of manufacturing experience for Packaging Operators
1 year of manufacturing experience for Processing Operators
Ability to read and understand customer specifications
Basic math skills
High School diploma or equivalent required

Responsibilities

Packaging Operators: Set up the lines at the beginning of the shift.
Fill out the First Perfect Piece (document specifications completion)
Performs CCP & CQP – metal detector checks
Monitor weights of products
Ability to determine when and how to shutdown lines
Able to handle routine duties including zipper change, film change, corrugate material to pack
Troubleshoot issues with knives, scales, weights, jams, tape machines, censors
Training of new packers and material handlers
Monitors and tracks productivity through accurate documentation
Looks for opportunities to maximize line effectiveness, ex. Speed up lines
Responsible for paperwork associated with consumptions
Follows all GMP rules and regulations
Assist in all positions/ jobs involved in the line (s) as needed or directed by management
Perform allergen cleans
Perform tool changes
Cleaning lines and production floor as needed
Other duties as assigned by management
Processing Operators: Set up the Enrobing lines
Temper the Enrobing lines
Manage the speed and quality of the lines
Understand the components of the different products, nuts, caramel, chocolate, pretzels
Manage chocolate temperature readings
Make proper adjustments to the lines, as needed.
Assemble and disassemble water belts, conveyors, pumps
Filter changes
Identify root cause for clogs, frozen lines, leaks, build-up
Heat up piping
Needs to monitor production on the Dry End
Recommends suggestions for improvement
Required to read, understand, and follow all customer specifications
Changeovers
Cleaning of lines and full allergen cleans
Effective training of new or current team members
Monitors and tracks productivity/ quality and looks for opportunities to maximize line effectiveness
Monitors and controls weights of products
Responsible for monitoring, tracking, and completing all paperwork associated with consumptions
Follows and ensures that all GMP rules and regulations are followed on the lines
Assist in all positions involved in the line as needed or directed by management
Other duties as assigned by management