Machine Operator - 3rd Shift Set-up

Russell Stover•Abilene, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Russell Stover, not only do we love chocolate, but we love our jobs! Every day we go to work exhibiting our values of excellence, innovation, entrepreneurship, responsibility, and collaboration. Working at Russell Stover you’ll be part of the leading manufacturer of boxed, seasonal, and sugar-free chocolates. For over 100 years, Russell Stover Chocolates, Whitman’s, and Pangburn’s have been crafted with the finest ingredients to bring happiness to generations. Today, we produce over 55 million pounds of chocolate annually, and our legacy brands can be found in 13 company-owned stores and over 9,000 wholesale accounts. Join our team and let’s continue making chocolate lovers happy! A day in the life… As the Machine Operator , you will operate and maintain machinery with precision, conduct quality inspections, and keep detailed records to uphold production excellence. Additionally, you will troubleshoot issues as needed and maintain a clean, organized work environment. To be successful in this role, you must be able to work well in a fast-paced environment, be a team player and have the flexibility to work across various areas. What you will be doing… Operate and Maintain machinery, equipment and tools in a safe and proficient manner according to standards, guidelines, and instructions. Perform basic machine changeovers, startups, and shutdowns. Ensure materials are loaded correctly and replenish supplies as needed. Conduct quality checks and complete production documentation. Maintain clean and organized workstations in compliance with sanitation standards. Report mechanical or process issues to supervision or maintenance. Support team goals through cross-training and flexible task assignments. Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards. Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant’s food safety and quality objectives. Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities. Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company’s Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role. This job posting is not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation.
Able to read and understand recipes
Possess basic math skills
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Able to routinely and frequently stand, stoop, bend and lift overhead.
Able to stand on hard surfaces for the duration.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a food manufacturing environment.
1 year of experience utilizing SAP.
Strong commitment to punctuality and dependability.

Responsibilities

Operate and Maintain machinery, equipment and tools in a safe and proficient manner according to standards, guidelines, and instructions.
Perform basic machine changeovers, startups, and shutdowns.
Ensure materials are loaded correctly and replenish supplies as needed.
Conduct quality checks and complete production documentation.
Maintain clean and organized workstations in compliance with sanitation standards.
Report mechanical or process issues to supervision or maintenance.
Support team goals through cross-training and flexible task assignments.
Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards.
Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant’s food safety and quality objectives.
Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities.
Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company’s Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role.