Machine Operator I

General Summary: Responsible for the operations of different types of manufacturing equipment including maintaining and adjusting machines during operations and downtime cleaning activities.Essential Functions:* Support and abide by the company’s safety program and all safety initiatives, policies and procedures.* Report all injuries to the Supervisor immediately* Ensure that work procedures are being followed in a consistent manner (Safety, Quality, GMP, MAV, HACCP)* Know and Understand lock out/tag procedures in the department* Perform safety inspections and be aware of all the safety points on the machines* Be able to successfully perform setups on manufacturing machines assigned to* Trouble-shoot defects and own the quality of the products* Understand the differences in powders and be able to successfully perform the procedures associated with allergen and flavor cleans* Communicate with the appropriate Leadership if issues arise in regards to safety and/or quality issues* Responsible for filling out paper reports correctly and clearly (parts, allergen clean and flavor change sheets, safety audits, etc.)* Complete monthly training courses* Collaborate with other departments for process improvements* Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): N95 Respirator, lab coat, safety shoes, safety glasses, bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, and nitrile gloves* Perform other duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic information of the position* Ability to read, write, and communicate in English fluently* Knowledge of or familiar with GMP’s/HACCP* Ability to operate a machine with the knowledge of changing over parts* Ability to follow written and oral instructions* Proficiently operate all line equipment assigned to with Quality ownership of the process* Knowledge of batch recording and material handling procedures* Basic math skills* Basic computer skills (using SAP System and RF scan guns)Decision Making/ Problem Solving: Give at least 3 examples of the types of decisions this job will typically make without higher level approval.* Identify defects on the line or work area and immediately communicate to the appropriate leadership member.* Working with the maintenance department on improvements* Changing parts of the machines to operate with different types of productsEducation/Experience:* High School Diploma or equivalent preferred* Experience in Food environment or Consumer product* Experience using WMS or ERP system with RF scanning a plusPHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The work is classified as Light – Medium Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept. of Labor’s Dictionary of Occupational Titles.)Frequencies: Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)Lifting Demands:* Lift up to 55 lbs. on an occasional basis 6 inches off Ground to Waist.* Lift up to 30 lbs. on an occasional basis Waist to Shoulder.* Carry up to 55 lbs. on an occasional basis up to 5 ft.* Be able to pull a 55lb bag from a height of 60 inches on an occasional basis.Postural Demands:* Standing – Continuous* Walking – Continuous* Bending/stooping – Frequent* Stair climbing – OccasionalWork Environment:* Work with known allergens – Frequent* Most common allergens found in the plant/warehouse environment include, but are not limited to, milk, soy, wheat, egg, peanut and tree nut* Work with powders – ContinuousNearest Major Market: AuroraNearest Secondary Market: Chicago