Production Operator I- Weekend E Shift (6:00PM - 6:30 PM Sparks, Nevada)

Now Foods•Sparks, NV

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Operates packaging and processing equipment and production lines according to established standards. Sets up, operates, and adjusts machines; performs sanitation and equipment changeovers; and carries out general utility responsibilities. The role requires Machine Operator certification in one to three Packaging and/or Processing areas, in any combination. The operator performs production work in packaging and processing, including equipment setup and troubleshooting, quality checks, sanitation, documentation, material handling, and minor machine maintenance. The position also supports training, safety activities, and continuous improvement. Work may take place in Packaging and Processing at both the 391 and 395 Bloomingdale manufacturing facilities. The stated schedule is Friday through Sunday, 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM. The role requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, and involves regular physical activity such as standing, walking, climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling, and handling production materials. The work environment includes moving machinery, powders and liquids, airborne particles and allergens, moderately loud noise, and designated areas with strong magnetic fields.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Machine Operator certification in one to three Packaging and/or Processing areas, in any combination.
Ability, demonstrated through certification, to operate packaging and processing equipment, set up and adjust machines, conduct timely quality checks, perform minor maintenance, complete paperwork accurately, and perform sanitation and changeovers.
Knowledge of machine capabilities and manufacturing processes, with the ability to troubleshoot.
Ability to consistently meet quality, safety, and efficiency goals.
Good problem-solving skills and time-management skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate urgency, and change tasks or work centers as business needs require.
Strong teamwork, communication, attention to detail, and quality of work.
Ability to train other employees in basic departmental manufacturing processes, including machine setup and operation, paperwork, GMPs, and safety.
Ability to work in Packaging and Processing at both the 391 and 395 Bloomingdale manufacturing facilities.
Ability to follow company policies and procedures, including safety procedures, and conduct oneself in accordance with company core values.
Ability to safely operate Powered Industrial Trucks and other equipment and maintain necessary certifications.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively verbally and in writing; read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, correspondence, and procedure manuals; and complete required paperwork and reports truthfully and legibly.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; understand weights and measures; use digital and balancing scales; and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions using commonsense understanding and sound problem-solving.
Basic understanding of mechanical principles and ability to troubleshoot and adjust machines.
Ability to operate hand-operated electronic lifting equipment (Interthor).
Ability to obtain required certification to operate powered pallet jacks and Interthor stackers.
Basic computer and data-entry skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including regularly standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, crouching or half-kneeling, reaching, handling materials, and lifting or moving loads up to 50 pounds; ascend or descend steps while carrying up to 35 pounds; push and pull pallet jacks; grasp with 60 pounds of force; and reach up to 78 inches.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating blending, processing, and/or packaging machines or equipment.
Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food or pharmaceuticals.

Responsibilities

Perform basic operations and changeovers on production lines and equipment within required timelines while meeting safety, quality, and efficiency goals.
Follow work instructions, standards, and SOPs for equipment setup and changeovers; identify and resolve issues during those activities.
Prepare and clean work areas at the beginning and end of shifts or production runs, and sanitize food-contact surfaces between product changes.
Ensure required materials and supplies are available, using lift trucks, hand jacks, and other equipment after obtaining applicable certifications.
Operate equipment, troubleshoot issues, and make adjustments according to established work standards.
Clean and assemble equipment according to standard operating procedures.
Conduct regular quality checks and inspect ingredients, containers, and finished products to confirm they meet specifications.
Reduce downtime by performing tasks promptly, safely, and efficiently; perform pre-flight checklists.
Train employees as needed on basic manufacturing processes, equipment setup and operation, paperwork, GMPs, and safety.
Diagnose and perform minor machine maintenance and adjustments; involve maintenance when mechanical issues require escalation.
Submit daily reports of duties performed and accurately complete production documentation and computer entries.
Identify and submit suggestions to improve efficiency, quality, and safety; participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives, and assist with implementing improvements.
Attend and participate in pre-shift huddles and comply with safety requirements, including stretching, GMP requirements, and work-area SOPs and work instructions.
In Packaging, inspect filled containers and finished products, assist coworkers with machine setup and cleaning, and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished products.
In Processing, examine products for identity and impurities; weigh and mix ingredients; follow batch instructions using processing equipment; report concerns with batch instructions; record item and lot information; and keep mix tickets and logbooks accurate and legible.
Keep Quality Control and R&D informed about raw material quantities and potential product improvements.
Track inventory and support timely ordering and delivery of materials needed for production; inspect materials for damage and escalate issues to a supervisor and Quality Control.
Track and verify orders and quantities moved, use a handheld scanner to move inventory electronically, and store and transport materials and products appropriately.
Determine storage and stock-location methods with consideration for temperature, humidity, space, turnover, and weight and floor-loading limits.
Support a safe-production culture, report incidents and hazards promptly, use required PPE, provide and accept peer safety feedback, and participate in safety activities or teams.