Labeler - Machine Operator - First Shift

OWS Foods - Head Country Inc•Ponca City, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator is responsible for the continuous flow of sauce packaging systems in a fast-paced work environment. You will clean, set-up, allocate materials, load labels, and operate the labeling and shrink machines efficiently and safely while always maintaining quality and production standards.

Requirements

Good understanding of labeling and shrink application equipment
Ability to read and write
Basic computer skills
Ability to follow written instructions
Ability to climb over/under conveyors
Ability to understand test results and record findings
Ability to lift 15-20lbs repeatedly during a 10-hour shift
Ability to measure defined quantities of needed materials
Ability to multi task and operate two labelers at once
Possess overall knowledge and understanding of the entire production line

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma/GED
3+ years in a food manufacturing plant
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite and Google products

Responsibilities

Clean, set-up, allocate materials, load labels, and operate the labeling and shrink machines efficiently and safely.
Maintain quality and production standards.
Acquire and load materials needed for specific scheduled jobs (labels and shrink bands).
Adhere to Quality Assurance processes and procedures related to Food Defense, HACCP, and Allergens.
Understand all safety training and requirements to ensure all related policies and procedures are being followed.
Inspect bottles - cap, fill level, shrink, inkjet for proper placement of labels.
Complete all required paperwork.
Prepare machine for startup and shutdown procedures on a daily basis and follow set production schedule.
Perform operator adjustments, quality checks, and repairs to machine as needed.
Ensure cleanliness of machine and surrounding area.
Communicate with others as needed for successful completion of work.
Prepare samples for quality assurance verification.
Maintain logs for inventory as needed.
Perform other related duties as required.
Adhere to Plant Good Manufacturing Practices and support food safety objectives.