Operator 1
About The Position
Palmer Candy is hiring Operators for its Bluff St facility. The role operates machines safely and efficiently, oversees the production line, and supports the packaging of confectionery products. Operators ensure products are produced and packaged to company specifications in a safe, secure, and sanitary manner. The position requires regular, timely attendance and may include other duties assigned by a supervisor or management. The schedule is Monday through Friday on second shift: Monday through Thursday, 4:15 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.; Friday shifts vary from 6 to 10 hours. Saturday work may be scheduled based on business needs. Plant management will notify team members of schedule changes outside these times.
Requirements
- Proficiency in spoken English to communicate effectively with internal teams.
- Proficiency in reading and understanding English-language manuals, equipment instructions, and other relevant documents.
- Regular and timely attendance.
- Great attention to detail.
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and simple multiplication and division.
- Ability to lift 5 to 36 pounds frequently and occasionally team-lift up to 72 pounds.
- Ability to stand and work on a concrete floor for 8 to 10 hours per day.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment involving repetitive motion.
Nice To Haves
- Prior work experience in a manufacturing environment.
- SAP experience.
Responsibilities
- Learn to operate all machines safely and efficiently.
- Make cases for product whenever possible.
- Check product and bags regularly for quality.
- Move full loads to the warehouse using a hand jack or power jack.
- Keep count of finished products.
- Assist and work alongside others on the production line as needed.
- Keep the work area and machine clean and clear.
- Troubleshoot, solve, and fix minor machine problems as they arise.
- Train other employees as needed.
- Immediately notify the supervisor about machine problems or issues with product or film quality.
- Ensure team members produce and package quality products safely, securely, and sanitarily, in accordance with company specifications.
- Perform other duties assigned or required by the supervisor or management team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
