Operator – 2nd Shift

Job Description:

• Operate filling equipment, cappers, labelers, sealers, and other related equipment to meet customer order-driven production schedules
• Perform duties involving operating, repairing, and overhauling mechanical equipment
• Supervise the operation of machines and equipment while prioritizing safety
• Follow GMP, safety, regulatory, and Stratas Foods procedures and policies
• Determine machine adjustments based on product specifications and material requirements
• Set stops or guides to specified lengths using scales, rules, or templates
• Observe machine operation and detect product defects or machine malfunctions
• Identify mechanical issues that could cause machine breakdowns or downtime and report them to the supervisor
• Record downtime reasons in the CDC system
• Stop and reset equipment during malfunctions, clear machine jams, and report impairments to the Production Supervisor
• Perform periodic product sample weights to ensure proper fill weights and product quality and conformity
• Replace and replenish product containers and packaging supplies, including film, laminate, and mount rolls
• Complete documentation required for product quality assurance
• Perform changeovers and minor machine maintenance and adjustments
• Communicate with maintenance personnel regarding more substantial maintenance requirements
• Assist mechanics with preventive maintenance and machine service or repairs following Lockout/Tagout procedures

Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Experience operating in a fast-paced, ready-to-eat food facility is a plus
• Ability to be self-guided and motivated to operate independently
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Must follow GMPs and safety guidelines
• Must wear PPE and adhere to all safety rules
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb stairs, bend, kneel, stand for extended periods, work in confined spaces, and work at heights
• Ability to hear, see, speak, smell, and touch well enough to perform essential tasks
• Ability to follow proper Lockout/Tagout procedures

Benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance