Machine Operator

Richardson International • New Hope, MN

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating packaging equipment and tote stations, ensuring accuracy in weights and codes, and performing minor repairs and maintenance. This role involves maintaining proper documentation, quality control, and adherence to health and safety regulations. The operator will report machine issues to the shift supervisor and ensure accurate machine logs are completed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Must be able to balance, bend, crouch, kneel, and stoop for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk or stand for up to 12 hours per shift
• Must be able to reach above shoulders and climb/work off ladder for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to work in a dusty environment, high heat, or humidity for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to perform simple grasping, push, pull, and feel for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written word
• Must be able to make fine distinctions by sound
• Must be able to distinguish object or equipment visually

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing experience
• Mechanical aptitude to repair equipment

Responsibilities

• Operates packaging equipment and both tote stations according to product specifications and ensuring accuracy in weights and codes. Adjusts machines as required
• Maintains proper documentation of downtime and repairs. Performs minor repairs and routine maintenance work on equipment
• Continually checks the quality of the product, packaging, and case printing. Reports any issues or concerns
• Inspects and conducts regular deep cleaning of equipment after each product change, and continuously maintains cleanliness of equipment
• Operates in accordance with health, safety and fire prevention regulations and practices.
• Report machine problems to the shift supervisor and ensure machine logs are accurately filled out, detailing mechanical and non-mechanical downtime. Fill out work order requests as needed to ensure appropriate machine uptime
• Other duties, as assigned

Benefits

• competitive salary
• flexible benefits
• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• training and career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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