Packaging Machine Operator

Shearer's Foods•Massillon, OH

About The Position

The Packaging Machine Operator is responsible for operating, changing over, and maintaining the efficiency and quality of three to five packaging machines. The role involves setting up and operating packaging equipment, following recipes and work procedures, monitoring and adjusting operating variables, performing product quality tests, and collecting data. The operator communicates changes and plans to team members in the immediate area and to supervision, and completes required computer tasks and verifications at designated times during the shift. The operator must respond to direction from quality assurance and management, multitask, prioritize work, and use hand tools. The position may involve exposure to allergens, chemicals, equipment, and extreme temperatures. The role is with Shearer’s Foods, a food manufacturer operating locations across North America.

Requirements

Demonstrate dedication, dependability, and willingness to learn.
Work well with others and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, teamwork, and giving back.
Have troubleshooting ability to address problems with mechanical and automation equipment.
Have basic computer skills for production tasks and routine verifications.
Effectively manage time and complete quality verifications at specified intervals.
Be flexible during the training period and available for pre-shift meetings when applicable.
Be able to work weekends and overtime when needed.
Be able to move, twist, or lift up to 60 pounds and team-lift 75 pounds.
Have close, distance, and peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Be able to stand for twelve or more hours, keep up with a fast, repetitive pace, and perform repetitive lifting.

Nice To Haves

Two to five years of machine operator or maintenance apprentice experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate packaging equipment.
Run and change over three to five packaging machines while maintaining efficiency and quality.
Follow precise recipes and work procedures.
Monitor and adjust equipment and process variables.
Perform product quality tests, quality verifications, and data collection.
Complete required production-related computer tasks and verifications at specified times.
Communicate changes and plans to team members in the immediate area and to supervision.
Respond to direction from quality assurance and management personnel.
Troubleshoot mechanical and automation equipment issues, identify root causes, and address problems.
Complete changeovers within the allotted time and manage work and breaks around production activity.
Follow company policies and procedures and set a positive example for the line.
Use hand tools.
Work weekends and overtime when needed; be available for pre-shift meetings when applicable.