Operator 1

Palmer Candy Company•Sioux City, IA

4d•$0 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This role operates all machines in a safe and efficient way. This Team Member oversees the production line as well as the packaging of confectionery products. This is a full-time position with the working hours being 6:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday. Overtime hours will be Friday and Saturday.

Requirements

Prior work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Great attention to detail skills
Good basic math skills (addition, subtraction and simple multiplication and division)
Ability to lift up to 5 - 36 lbs frequently and occasional team lift up to 72 lbs
Ability to work/stand on concrete floor 8 to 10 hours per day
Ability to work 6 days a week and overtime as needed
Ability to work in a face paced environment with repetitive motion a necessity
Ability to communicate effectively across all functions within the plant and the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with individuals at all levels.

Responsibilities

Ensure that Team Members are producing and packaging fine quality products in a safe, secure, and sanitary manner within the appropriate specifications outlines by company managers.
Learn to operate all machines in the Repack department safely and efficiently
Make cases for product whenever possible
Check product and bags for quality on a regular basis
Pull full loads to the warehouse with hand jack or power jack
Keep a count on finished products
Assist and work alongside others on the line when needed
Always keep work area and machine clean and clear
Troubleshoot, solve and fix minor machine problems as they arise
Train other employees as needed
Immediately let the Supervisor know when a problem arises with a machine, quality of product or film
Other duties assigned or required by the supervisor or management team