Machine Operator Starting Pay 18.65/Hr

JBS Foods•Lenoir, NC

32d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Machine Operator JBS is seeking an hourly Machine Operator Team Member! The position starts at $18.65 per hour. Pay increases once competencied on the machine. Multiple machines available. JOB SUMMARY: Associate must have the ability to make precise adjustments, basic troubleshooting skills, and modify and or create programs based on equipment, product and customer needs. Additionally, these roles are the last quality checkpoint before the product reaches both the internal and external customer. The ability to understand and communicate information is essential. Must be able to perform all job functions safely in accordance with food safety, GMP's and quality standards. Benefits Include Paid vacation and holidays Medical, dental and vision benefits 401(k) plan Better Futures Program Career development opportunities Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepare work area for pre- and post-operational activities. Load, unload, and transfer product to and from equipment and or conveyors. Monitor production lines, identify issues, supply and replenish packaging materials as necessary. Sort, weigh, wrap, label, verify or measure product to meet product specifications. Ensure product is properly placed in bag and properly placed in the machine to avoid seal issues. Inspect and remove defective products and or packaging materials from the process. Arrive at your workstation prepared to perform tasks at a scheduled time, and staying until work is complete, or until supervisor and/or manager indicate work is done. Overtime may be necessary and is required when scheduled. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Set up, tear down of equipment, selection of pre-determined settings and use proper lifting, bending, and reaching techniques. Perform other duties as assigned. Identify any safety concerns and or hazards and report them. Perform Lock Out/Tag Out procedures. Modify and create program settings to meet production standards. Provide machine adjustments and troubleshooting when required. Position requires completing and reading labels in English Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
High school diploma/GED preferred
2+ years' production industry experience
2+ years' machine operating experience
Must be able to understand and comply with company, plant, and safety rules/policies
Basic understanding of production and procedures
Ability to use knives, saws, and a variety of machinery
Ability to use both arms and hands to lift, load, cut and package product.

Responsibilities

Prepare work area for pre- and post-operational activities.
Load, unload, and transfer product to and from equipment and or conveyors.
Monitor production lines, identify issues, supply and replenish packaging materials as necessary.
Sort, weigh, wrap, label, verify or measure product to meet product specifications.
Ensure product is properly placed in bag and properly placed in the machine to avoid seal issues.
Inspect and remove defective products and or packaging materials from the process.
Arrive at your workstation prepared to perform tasks at a scheduled time, and staying until work is complete, or until supervisor and/or manager indicate work is done.
Overtime may be necessary and is required when scheduled.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Set up, tear down of equipment, selection of pre-determined settings and use proper lifting, bending, and reaching techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Identify any safety concerns and or hazards and report them.
Perform Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
Modify and create program settings to meet production standards.
Provide machine adjustments and troubleshooting when required.
Position requires completing and reading labels in English
Other duties as assigned