Operator (2nd shift)

Palmer Candy Company•Sioux City, IA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Palmer Candy is looking for 2nd Shift Line Operators at our Bluff St. facility. 2nd shift will work Monday-Friday. Monday-Thursday hours are 4:15 pm- 3:00 am with Friday hours varying from 6 to 10-hour shifts. Saturday hours may be scheduled due to business needs. Team Member’s will be notified by plant management if schedules were to change outside of the times listed above. Overall Purpose: This role operates a production line and oversees the packaging of confectionary products.

Requirements

Prior experience operating machines in a manufacturing setting preferred
Great attention to detail
Basic math skills (addition, subtraction and simple multiplication and division)
Ability to cross train on multiple line
Ability to verbally communicate fluently in English to effectively engage with internal teams. Must be proficient in reading and understanding English-language manuals, equipment, instructions, and other documents relevant to the role.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure that Team Members are producing and packaging fine quality products in a safe, secure, and sanitary manner within the appropriate specifications outlined by company management
Regular attendance
Perform the following duties to company standards:
Package products
Check scales to ensure correct weights
Routinely check metal detectors are in working order
Maintain a clean working environment
Perform proper allergen and product washes
Perform regular quality checks to ensure product meets specifications
Prepare supplies, products and set up appropriate equipment
Regularly perform percentage checks on products.
Check equipment to ensure that it meets health and safety regulations.
Perform simple maintenance or cleaning.
Maintain appropriate inventory counts of products.
Correctly record lot numbers, date codes and other product information.
Assist and work on the line when needed
Ability to work directly with individuals at all levels and functions.
Train Team Members assigned to your line as needed
Proficiency with the REDZONE production software system and maintain OEE standards
Ability to work overtime as needed and as required.
Ability to maintain acceptable standards of conduct.
Regular and timely attendance is required for this job.