Machine Specialist

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC.•Medford, OR

About The Position

The Machine Specialist supports production through the effective use of electrical and mechanical equipment. The role is responsible for setting up and performing minor maintenance on the overwrap and L-seal machines used to package finished products. The Specialist operates machinery to produce quality products within established time standards while supporting a team environment. The employee must be trained and qualified by departmental leadership in the operation, cleaning, adjustment, and minor maintenance of Candy equipment. Training and compliance with Lock-out/Tag-out procedures, Hazmat requirements, and allergen policies are required. Bakery, Candy Kitchen, food safety, dress code, and sanitation requirements must be followed. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to initial and follow-up drug testing. The position is hourly and non-exempt.

Requirements

Be trained and qualified by departmental leadership in the operation, cleaning, adjustment, and minor maintenance of Candy equipment.
Be trained in and comply with Lock-out/Tag-out procedures, Hazmat requirements, and allergen policies.
Follow Bakery, Candy Kitchen, food safety, dress code, and sanitation requirements.
Be flexible to schedule changes, including weekend hours.
Use honest and respectful communication.
Comply with company attendance standards.
Perform physical activities including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, handling materials, and lifting more than 30 pounds.
Work near moving mechanical parts and in dust, noise, varied temperatures (65°F–95°F), elevations up to 30 feet, and tight spaces.

Responsibilities

Operate machinery to produce quality products within established time standards.
Perform pre- and post-operational equipment inspections to ensure safe and proper operation.
Set up or adjust production machines as required by the department to support manufacturing.
Document accurate production reports and equipment information as required.
Communicate specific equipment problems to the Maintenance Shop Technician.
Clean equipment and the surrounding work area when finished or as needed.
Communicate with the Supervisor about unsafe or unusual equipment issues or conditions, damaged or unusual materials or ingredients, problem prevention and correction, and product quality issues.
Adjust machines to meet standards.
Promote a team environment in manufacturing.
Perform other duties as assigned.