Operator II, Equipment

Monogram Foods•Martinsville, VA

3d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Set up, operate, or tend machines that perform a variety of food preparation functions. Program, feed, monitor, assemble, and disassemble machines; transport product to and from machines; weigh product; and perform quality checks. This role requires extended hours based on production needs, including work after regular business hours and on weekends. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and not currently enrolled in high school.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old to apply.
Must not currently be enrolled in high school.
Equipment selection: determine the tools and equipment needed for the job.
Operation monitoring: watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure machines are working properly.
Operation and control: control equipment or system operations.
Basic troubleshooting: determine causes of simple operating errors and decide what to do about them.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend or twist, and perform repetitive movements and hand operations.
Ability to work in cramped spaces and awkward positions, and in very hot or very cold temperatures.
Ability to wear common protective or safety equipment.
Ability to work with others in a group or team and communicate face-to-face.
Ability to work accurately and repeat physical or mental activities.

Responsibilities

Sort, grade, weigh, and inspect products, verifying and adjusting product weight or measurement to meet specifications.
Observe machine operations and monitor the production line to ensure quality.
Inspect and remove defective products.
Start machines by engaging controls.
Adjust machine components, tension, and pressure according to product size or processing angle.
Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
Regulate machine flow, speed, or temperature.
Supply materials to spindles, conveyors, hoppers, or other feeding devices.
Clean production equipment.
Transport product to and from machines and perform product weighing and quality checks.