2nd Shift Toppings Machine Operator

Urban Farmer•Manteno, IL

About The Position

Urban Farmer is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to operate food-processing and packaging equipment and support efficient, high-quality production. Equipment includes Texwrap shrink-wrapping systems; CASAN cheese shredding, slicing, and cubing machinery; Wexxar case formers; ADCO automated packaging machines; Quantum sauce, cheese, topping, meat, pepperoni, and dry-ingredient applicators; and Combi automated case erectors. The operator maintains machinery, troubleshoots issues, performs quality checks, records production information, collaborates with teammates, and follows food-safety and workplace-safety requirements. The position works in office and manufacturing environments with variable temperatures and loud machinery and equipment alarms. Physical demands include standing or walking for extended periods, maneuvering around equipment, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Required protective equipment includes safety footwear, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proven experience as a Machine Operator, with specific skills operating Texwrap, CASAN, Wexxar, ADCO, and Quantum machinery.
Strong understanding of mechanical devices and troubleshooting, with the ability to perform routine maintenance.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
Completion of GMP and company food-safety-program training.
Good mathematical skills.
Ability to read and follow instructions.
Ability to comply with safety requirements, including use of safety footwear, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
Ability to work in variable temperatures and perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing or walking for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification in mechanical equipment.
Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Operate Texwrap shrink wrappers, shrink bundlers, sealers, tunnels, infeeds, and conveyors.
Operate CASAN equipment for cheese shredding, slicing, and cubing.
Form, pack, and seal corrugate cases with Wexxar equipment, using pneumatic switches to activate flap-folding mechanisms.
Operate ADCO automated packaging machines, including cartoners, and troubleshoot performance issues.
Operate Quantum sauce, cheese, topping, meat, pepperoni, and dry or granular ingredient applicators and slicers.
Operate Combi automated case erectors for end-of-line packaging.
Conduct routine operator checks and minor repairs; troubleshoot mechanical issues to reduce downtime and extend machinery life.
Perform quality checks, including verifying seal integrity and code dates, and adjust machine settings to correct deviations from product specifications.
Record production data, including output volumes, batch timings, and machine settings, and complete quality-assurance and production-tracking documentation.
Collaborate with team members and departments to improve production-line efficiency and communicate concerns to supervisors and quality-control teams.
Follow workplace safety guidelines, food-safety regulations, and good manufacturing practices; promptly report hazards or compliance issues.