Packaging Machine Operator - $2500 SIGN-ON BONUS

Shearer's Foods • Perham, MN

74d • $20

About The Position

The Packaging Machine Operator (PMO) will be responsible for running, changing over, and ensuring the efficiency and quality of 3-5 packaging machines. The PMO will communicate changes and plans to team members in the immediate area and supervision. The role requires performing a set of tasks on a computer at specific times throughout the shift. Job duties include the setup and operation of packaging equipment, following precise recipes and work procedures, monitoring and adjusting variables, and performing product quality tests and data collection. The PMO will also react to direction from quality assurance and management personnel and will be exposed to allergens, chemicals, extreme equipment, and temperatures. Multi-tasking and prioritizing throughout the day are essential, along with the use of hand tools.

Requirements

• Dedication and dependability
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to work well with others
• Basic computer skills for production tasks
• Time management skills
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and automation equipment
• Physical ability to move, twist, or lift up to 60 lbs and team lift 75 lbs
• Ability to be on feet for 12+ hours
• Ability to keep up with a fast, repetitious pace

Nice To Haves

• Leadership skills
• Flexibility for training and pre-shift meetings
• Availability for weekends and overtime

Responsibilities

• Run and operate 3-5 packaging machines
• Change over machines as needed
• Ensure efficiency and quality of packaging processes
• Communicate changes and plans to team members
• Perform computer tasks at specific times during the shift
• Set up and operate packaging equipment
• Follow precise recipes and work procedures
• Monitor and adjust variables during production
• Perform product quality tests and data collection
• React to direction from quality assurance and management
• Use hand tools as required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Savings Plan with Match
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Group Critical Accident Insurance
• Group Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Opportunities to volunteer in the community
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 90 days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees