Machine Operator

B&G Foods Inc.•Hurlock, MD

94d•$16 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for operating machinery, ensuring safety procedures are followed, and contributing to the production of quality products. The Machine Operator will verify equipment readiness, manage materials, complete necessary documentation, and maintain a clean and safe work environment. This position requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety policies.

Requirements

Manufacturing experience.
Maintain excellent attendance record.
Possess Effective Communication Skills.
Reading/Comprehension Abilities.
Ability to Work Independently.
Ability to Identify Problems and Respond Accordingly.
Possess basic math skills.

Responsibilities

Verify all E-stops are operational and all guards are in place before start-up.
Understand operating and safety procedures of assigned machinery and other surrounding machinery.
Gather and ensure required pre-staged materials, supplies, etc. are correct before the line begins as applicable.
Dispose of materials, debris, etc. into proper recycle bins/area and/or trash containers.
Operate accurately & timely complete all Pre-Op Reports, Logs, Inspection Sheets, Downtime Reports, etc. as assigned and submit to the Lead or Supervisor as required.
Compare and verify all materials (codes, containers, sizes, labels, etc.) match to Spec Sheets.
Verify glue machine reading correct temperature and glue machine has glue inside the pod and fill the pod as applicable per machinery operating.
Ensure the steam valve on the capper is turned on to proper settings when operating the Capper.
Clean area of any debris, broken glass, etc. throughout the day as needed.
Communicate with other Operators at shift change, when being relieved from position, etc. with any issues experiencing and throughout the shift (as applicable).
Ask questions when unsure.
Ensure proper training before operating machinery.
Responsible for ensuring food safety/quality policies are followed, to report all food safety/quality problems out of their realm of responsibility to personnel with the authority to initiate action.
Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices.
Work safe and report all unsafe working conditions and/or unsafe acts to the supervisor immediately.
Responsible for making sure a good safe wholesome product is produced safely.
All other duties as required