Smokehouse Operator 2nd Shift

Jack Link's Protein Snacks • Minong, WI

96d • $18 - $20

About The Position

The basic function of the Machine Operator is to perform all operational functions on the machines to achieve production goals on a daily and annual basis. Incumbent performs necessary functions in order to efficiently, safely, and correctly process materials in preparation for cooking or for packaging.

Requirements

• Less than high school education; or up to 2-12 months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Cleaning or chemical sanitation experience/training or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage start-up to make sure equipment is in proper operating condition.
• Set-up, operate, and perform change-over procedures of machine in accordance with operating standard protocols and machine settings.
• Change rolls (of film, zipper, scavengers, stickers, etc.) in a timely manner to minimize down time and lost material.
• Partner with Maintenance to minimize downtime. Communicate effectively with Maintenance personnel to prevent and address any machine malfunctions. Help complete basic troubleshooting or repair. Complete basic preventative maintenance.
• Continually strive to maximize productivity and efficiency while decreasing waste and work at full capacity.
• Ability to assemble and de-assemble machine.
• Perform necessary checks at start of shift and at each new product; document on paperwork, code date, correct label, upper/lower film, etc.
• Follow daily production schedule and achieve specified goals.
• Ensure quality protocols & SOPs are followed and openly communicate with FSQ in order to fix defects to ensure quality standards are consistently met.
• Ensure product conforms to specifications (i.e. weights & lengths) by performing periodic checks on output.
• Ensure products are correctly labeled and identified for proper disposition.
• Prevent and minimize rework and/or inedible.
• Record daily production paperwork, process monitors, and daily run logs sheets completely and accurately.
• Monitor workflow to maximize machine output efficiencies.
• Keep hard supplies for batch run, such as combos and v-mags stocked in the area.
• Accurately document all ingredients used and maintain a stock of necessary materials.
• Ensure Team Members working on line are efficient and completing work safety and with quality in mind.
• Clearly communicate work assignments, directives, and expected outcomes with line personnel.
• Ensure all associates on your line understand and follow all policies and standard operating procedures.
• Empower personnel to strive to improve and do their best; ensuring pride in their team and ownership of their line.
• Train and continually develop the skills of the personnel in your area.
• Encourage a team spirit where all associates have pride in their line, and therefore continually attempt to break records and set new production standards.
• Routinely communicate with your Supervisor in order to gain directives, discuss decisions and action plans, and share information.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) training, along with company pre-requisite programs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), and Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP’s).
• Accurately complete all necessary paperwork as directed.
• Successfully complete all necessary technical training and skills verification as directed.
• Successfully complete all necessary soft skills training as directed.
• Perform all required sanitation functions within acceptable standards.
• Attend all department and company scheduled meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

• Amazing Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription) through Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
• Group Term Life and AD&D.
• Short Term Disability (STD).
• Long Term Disability (LTD).
• Matching 401k.
• 9 Company Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Pet Insurance.
• Discounted Jerky.
• Fashionable Wearables.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees