
Machine Operator - Weekend Shift
- Alsip, IL
- $24.50 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform startup checks at the beginning of each shift.
- Perform machine setup before each shift and perform testing procedures to ensure that machines work optimally during production, logging results electronically by hour against set efficiency targets.
- Ensure that all partial pallets, bags, containers, are available and accessible.
- Perform front line preventative maintenance.
- Monitor and perform routine adjustments and calibrations on each Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) machine.
- Monitor all product to be packaged to ensure best quality standards are being met against provided work instructions.
- Maintain proficiency in operations in three key areas: equipment maintenance, safety and environmental awareness, and effective operations.
- Set up (assemble & disassemble), change over, operate, monitor, and adjust equipment on vertical form and fill and seal packaging equipment to meet all finished pouch quality specification and production requirements.
- Disassemble, clean, and sanitize packaging & support equipment using designated cleaning chemicals following documented safety and cleaning procedures for product changeovers.
- Adheres to all GMP, including sanitary requirements, Food Safety, Safety, and Standardized Work procedures so there is no cross contamination of product.
- Ensure equipment lockout procedure is used prior to doing any cleaning or adjustment/repair which requires safety guards to be removed or which may expose employees to injury through inadvertent movement of machine parts.
- Troubleshoot and/or identify equipment failures or problems. Perform minor troubleshooting, part replacement, and maintenance of packaging and related equipment. Report any need for equipment repair or maintenance.
- Ability to learn SAP and navigate the system.
- Ensure that all material and packaging are correct and meet all the customer and Company specifications against provided work instructions.
- Ensure adequate housekeeping in the work area throughout the day to include maintaining and cleaning machine(s) before and after each shift.
- C Shift - Working 12-hour Shifts Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- High School Diploma desired
- Mechanical and troubleshooting ability
- At least 3 years in manufacturing position
- At least 3 years in a machine operator position
- Ability to interpret written and oral instructions
- Ability to troubleshoot problems on VFFS Baggers
- Ability to run and manage two baggers simultaneously
- Understanding of food standards and allergens, in relations to machine operations
- Ability to produce at a high level
- Ability to be proactive vs. reactive
- Ability to work with plant management for required results
- Ability to be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to the job
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to plan ahead and follow schedules
- Work is performed primarily in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to stand throughout entire shift to attend to issues with machinery.
- Walking throughout the Packaging area.
- Stand for long periods of time during production run.
- Bend throughout the work shift if loading blocks on pallet.
- Lift up to 25 pounds and move item short distances.
- Reach below shoulder level to lift blocks off conveyor.
- Pull trash receptacles.
- Push levers, brooms and shovels.
- Climb ladders to bins and multiple flights of stairs between floors of the building throughout the day
- Primarily works in a production warehouse setting
- Walking, standing, lifting & bending for duration of shift