Packaging Machine Operator

Yamasa Corporation USA

  • Salem, OR
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
At YAMASA, it is our passion to craft authentic foods & ingredients of the highest quality. We approach this craft with a reverence for tradition & utmost integrity. Every detail matters – the ingredients, process, people, place & products – in our quest to bring uncompromising Japanese craftsmanship to everything we make since 1645. Made in USA since 1994.Do you have experience in food processing and have a knack for operating machinery? Our Salem Headquarters is looking for 2 experienced Packaging Machine Operators for flexible shifts. Must be able to stand for up to 12 hours a day. We have 1 position open on Swing Shift 3:00 PM-11:30 PM and 1 on Graveyard 11:00 PM-7:30 AM.Responsibilities:
  • Perform process area sanitation.
  • Prepare process area for operation start up. This includes but not limited to Products, Packaging Material, Equipment Adjustment, Palletizing.
  • Operate semi-automated Portion Pack Filling equipment & all other filling equipment to fill product containers.
  • Place filled containers for shipping cartons, Palletize & Stage them for transferring to warehouse.
  • Monitor filling equipment to ensure proper operation & adjust equipment as necessary for continuous operation.
  • Inspect filled containers & cartons to ensure compliance with company set standards, State & Federal regulations.
  • Initiate filling equipment adjustment & change over as needed.
  • Hold all matters related to the corporation in confidence.
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Must be able to:
  • Knowledgeable, able, & willing to be Certified by Oregon State for Acidified Food Handler.
  • Complete Filler Operating Instruction Course provided by Yamasa & satisfies all necessary requirements.
  • Read & comprehend instructions, informational manuals, able to write & verbally communicate process reports to the supervisor & coworkers in English language.
  • Work in a food manufacturing sanitary work area without posing a threat to product sanitation & safety.
  • Tolerate exposure to cleaning agents commonly used in the food manufacturing process area.
  • Demonstrate adequate manual dexterity to perform assigned tasks.
  • Work flexible shift time.
  • Work without extensive supervision.
  • Perform mathematical calculations for addition, subtraction, multiply & divide fractions correctly.
  • Perform assigned duties in closed quarters or at heights.
  • Push & pull up to 75 pounds using heavy product handling equipment. Able to lift 60 - 80 pounds repetitively on the job.
  • Tolerate exposure to odors and products without adverse reaction.
  • Work in a standing position up to 12 hours per day.
  • Tolerate heat, cold, dust, high humidity, & other indoor environmental conditions as required.
  • Move freely as required to perform normally assigned duties.
  • Work & communicate effectively in a multi-cultural, multi-lingual environment.
  • Tolerate exposure to fast pace, repetitive tasks.
  • Willing to utilize personal protective equipment provided for worker safety, including but not limited to hair net, beard net, ear & hearing protection equipment, safety glasses, & rubber gloves.
Education and Experience:High school diploma or equivalent.At least two years’ related experience required.***Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen. ***

Yamasa Corporation USA