Operator, Production Machine C-Shift

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Hendersonville, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we’ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country! To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforces. If you’re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us! We value each of our employees’ total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!

Requirements

High School or equivalent
5 years of manufacturing experience, as a machine operator

Nice To Haves

Experience in the food/beverage industry
Excellent time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, in English.
Mechanically inclined
Comfortable with technology and computers
Detail-oriented and can multi-task.
Proven organizational skills

Responsibilities

Operate the labeler on the Aseptic line, including verifying glue/flow levels, temperature, cleaning schedule, replenishing inventory, loading labels, verifying label application, entering data in Sherlock, collecting samples, following changeover procedures, and managing the printing machine (ink, application, speed).
Operate the palletizer on the Aseptic line, verifying packaging size, correct film, case stickers, palletizing pattern, correct pallet, number of cases, skid wrapping, and skid labeling.
Ensure compliance with company policies and standards for cost control, waste reduction, product quality, food, and employee safety.
Detect equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls.
Perform equipment set up for daily production, including mechanical setup and correct recipes.
Assist in mold changeover during size changes for the SBO.
Respond quickly to alarms to adjust equipment and prevent downtime.
Prevent machine downtime and monitor machine operations.
Troubleshoot machinery when product quality deficiencies appear or when machinery malfunctions.
Follow start-up and shut-down procedures on the checklist of all equipment related to Sidel equipment.
Discuss problems with the supervisor, maintenance, quality control personnel, and other operators.
Maintain processes by recording all data such as cycles, frequency, downtime, and faults, using the computer system Sherlock.
Inspect the finished product.
Follow GMP’s protocol in and outside of the Aseptic line.
Follow all safety rules and requirements.
Perform general housekeeping duties such as sweeping, picking up debris, etc. to keep the area clean.
Clean & sanitize the floor at least once during the shifts.
Perform other similar or related duties as requested or assigned.