Machine Operator

Full Time Machine Operators needed!POSITION SUMMARYResponsible for set-up and operation of various packaging machines.

Communicate daily production schedule with assigned support crew.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSMachine Operation* Machine set-up* Able to set-up machine to produce product to company standards based on schedule provided by management.*  Operation Responsibilities:* Operate various equipment at optimal performance per manufacturers specifications and recommendations* Communicate daily schedule to any support staff assigned* Work with Packers to insure all quality specifications and standards are met* Recognize and address all sanitation needs in a food manufacturing environment and assign support staff to correct any deficiencies* Maintain a safe & sanitary work stationd)    Communicate maintenance needs to Supervisor & Maintenance Staffi)     Observe general performance of the equipment and effectively communicate any machine performance deviations found.3) General a)    Perform all work following Company, Federal & State policies, guidelines and laws.

 Other Functions:Performs other related duties as assigned.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSCompetency Statement(s)* Communication, Ability to communicate both verbally & in writing, clearly and concisely.* Organized – Being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.* Responsible – Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.* Honesty / Integrity – Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.* Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.* Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.* Friendly – Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.* Customer Oriented – Ability to take care of the customer’s needs while following company procedures.Reasonable Accommodations StatementTo accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.SKILLS & ABILITIESExperience:                        3+ years manufacturing experience (recommended)Education:                           High School DiplomaComputer Skills:                 Experience with touch screen operator interface (recommended)Language:                           Well-developed verbal and written English communication skillsPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.