Marination Package Machine Operator

Ben E. Keith Company • Dallas, TX

66d

About The Position

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations. Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine. We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906. The primary purpose of this position is to operate a packing machine, hand pack finished products, box and prep for shipping. Set-up, tear-down, adjusts, monitors, and performs general operating maintenance on pack machines. Operation of the packaging equipment, load finished product into machine, box, label, and stack boxes on pallets to prep for shipping. Responsible for checking packaging and product quality. Inspect packages for defects, seal integrity, pack quality to prevent leakers in the finished goods case. Check package weights, julian dates, and product codes. Report any issues to supervisor and FSQA Team. As production demand varies, all Machine Operators are expected to have hour and day flexibility. Perform other duties, as assigned. Partner with supervisor and FSQA team on product quality issues. Maintain all work surfaces, tools, and equipment clean and sanitized. Always follow the USDA, HACCP, SSOP, food and employee safety policies, rules and regulations. Always follow OSHA and the Ben E. Keith employee safety policy, rules and regulations such as Lock Out Tag Out. Wear required protective and food safety equipment at all times while in the production area.

Requirements

• 3-6 months of operating a machine in a high-speed production environment.
• 3-6 months setting up, breaking down, and performing daily operating maintenance on pack machines.
• Ability to read and interpret packaging specifications.
• Basic understanding of machine functions and pre-operation inspections.
• Experience with various cuts of meat and pork desired, but not required.
• Familiarity with pallet jack, forklift, or other industrial vehicles.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Self-starter.
• Basic math knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with various cuts of meat and pork desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a packing machine and hand pack finished products.
• Box and prep products for shipping.
• Set-up, tear-down, adjust, monitor, and perform general operating maintenance on packing machines.
• Load finished product into machine, box, label, and stack boxes on pallets.
• Check packaging and product quality, inspect packages for defects, seal integrity, and pack quality.
• Check package weights, julian dates, and product codes.
• Report any issues to supervisor and FSQA Team.
• Maintain cleanliness of work surfaces, tools, and equipment.
• Follow USDA, HACCP, SSOP, and safety policies and regulations.
• Wear required protective and food safety equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K with matching contribution
• Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Employee Credit Union

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees