Slice Line Operator

Okanagan Specialty Fruits•Moses Lake, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Okanagan Specialty Fruits Inc. (OSF) is seeking an experienced Slice Line Operator for its Moses Lake Apple Processing Facility. The Slice Line Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the equipment to its highest capabilities by meeting or exceeding production line standard and will actively participate in workplace safety. This position assists all aspects of the slice line operations to maximize efficiency.

Requirements

High level of mechanical experience and aptitude
Industrial equipment operations and maintenance
The ability to communicate well with the employees at all levels of the company
High attention to detail
The ability to work collaboratively and independently on various types of tasks
The ability to speak, read and write in English
The ability to follow instructions, and work independently with little guidance in a fast-paced environment
The ability to remain positive and adapt to change
Knowledge and understanding of GMPs
The ability to troubleshoot inefficient or malfunctioned equipment under your control to a mechanical level
Ability to precisely follow necessary recipes directions
Basic understanding of computer software and ability to utilize equipment specific programs
Track record of safe work history
Proficient math ability for use in production reporting & inventory control

Nice To Haves

Food Processing operations a plus
Food Safety Standard knowledge (BRCGS Global Food Safety Standard preferred)
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
2+ years experience in food processing preferred
1 year Cutter or Slice Operator Level experience in food processing desired
Apple slicing and packaging experience preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee, operate and maintain multiple apple slice lines in a single slice room
Understand and prepare equipment, such as changing blades for the specific cut size to be used based on orders
Identify product defects quickly and makes necessary adjustments immediately
Become an expert on the processing equipment being used and how to adjust tolerances for efficiency, productivity, while maintaining quality grade.
Observe the flow of the production line and identify any area of improvement
Maintain equipment effectively assuring that it remains in good working order
Troubleshoot equipment failure and inefficiencies
Perform maintenance and repairs to equipment as needed or designated by Maintenance manager
Perform equipment changeovers quickly and ensure the production line continues to run smoothly and efficiently with no unnecessary delays
Responsible to verify staged raw materials for production run at the beginning and end of shift
Perform basic math and data entry
Complete daily operations paperwork (electronically or manually as required) accurately and on time
Collaboration with all departments is of upmost importance
Communicate routinely with the Production and Quality Supervisor/Manager providing status updates on efficiency, downtime or any pending issues or concerns
Collaboration with the production, quality and warehouse teams that support the overall operations
Perform cleaning activities as necessary on processing and packaging equipment and accurately documenting activities, using a variety of industrial cleaning chemicals
Follow all food safety and food quality standards, regulations and laws
Remains current in training expectations
Support any position on the processing line as needed
Follow occupational safety, PPE, and security rules and precautions
Demonstrate a daily commitment to continuous improvement
Perform other duties as assigned by management