Machine Operator - 1st Shift and 2nd Shift

Stratas Foods • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Stratas Foods LLC is seeking qualified Machine Operator candidates for both first and second shifts. This is a full-time opportunity with competitive benefits. The company is a leading supplier of fats and oils to various markets and a producer of dressings, mayonnaise, and sauces. Stratas Foods values employee input and aims to be a great place to work, building a team capable of meeting business goals. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in food manufacturing, production work, or machine operation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer knowledge - data entry.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs, lift, bend, kneel, stand for long periods of time, work in confined spaces, and work with heights.

Nice To Haves

• Will have the opportunity to learn various positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of jobs, tasks, or duties as required.
• Work assigned shifts, overtime, and weekends as required.
• General housekeeping, rework, prepare packaging, and package product.
• Set up machines prior to shift start-up.
• Attend to the operation of machines and make adjustments as necessary for changes due to production type.
• Perform proper tear down, cleaning, and reassembling of pumps, sanitary lines, and line equipment.
• Attend to and adjust machines during operation to ensure product flow.
• Operate CIP skids and perform breakdown and cleaning of line components.
• Handle chemicals according to procedures, including required PPE.
• Complete daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual MSS items.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Communicate with supervisor when equipment needs attention.
• Report and resolve any observed quality issues while cleaning equipment.
• Successfully pass qualification test.
• Participate in efficiency and safety improvement teams.
• Learn and follow written rules and procedures.
• Produce accurate documentation.
• Adhere to and comply with all safety, food safety, environmental, GMP rules, regulations, and policies.
• Fill in when needed in temporary/permanent vacancies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Voluntary benefits on day one of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fitness reimbursement.
• College tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) Match up to 5%.
• Vacation pay.
• Holiday pay.
• Bereavement pay.
• Jury duty pay.

What This Job Offers

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