3rd Shift Machine Operator Shreds

Great Lakes Cheese•Hiram Township, OH

About The Position

The Machine Operator operates machinery to meet customer specifications while complying with company policies related to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety. The role acts in a lead capacity to help ensure the production line runs efficiently. The operator is responsible for equipment setup and operation, product and weight quality, sanitation, basic maintenance, and communication with line personnel about production and safety matters. The position works in a fast-paced production environment with an average temperature of 50–60°F and involves repetitive tasks and frequent handling of materials. Employees may also be assigned other responsibilities by the manager.

Requirements

Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
Ability to make minor decisions based on standard practices.
Ability to read, prepare, and comprehend production reports and worksheets.
Ability to communicate with line personnel about report information and quality and safety issues.
Ability to motivate others and build teamwork.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot, and solve problems.
Above-average mechanical ability.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Ability to take metric measurements and temperature measurements.
Ability to constantly stand and walk; bend, flex, and extend the neck; and frequently grip, reach, lift, and pull with both hands.
Ability to frequently handle material from floor to waist and waist to shoulder, and to push, pull, and carry.
Ability to handle product weights up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Good troubleshooting skills.
SAP experience.
MES experience.
Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain area, equipment, and personal sanitation.
Ensure proper setup of film, zipper, labels, and cheese, and operate machinery.
Frequently inspect the conveyor belt to ensure smooth flow of cheese.
Inspect machine emergency stops to ensure they function before production starts.
Load cheese.
Grease and clean the machine and perform basic maintenance tasks according to the preventative maintenance schedule.
Ensure cheese quality.
Ensure products meet weight specifications and regulations through the Statistical Process Control (SPC) programming system.
Disassemble and assemble equipment.
Sanitize machinery.
Use downtime productively.
Communicate daily production issues, changes, and safety issues to line personnel.
Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently.
Perform assignments and job tasks according to stated safety policies and procedures.
Produce products in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and the policies and procedures of the Safe Quality Food Program to meet customer and consumer quality and value expectations.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.