Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Title

• Operator 1, Bakery

Location

• Chicago Heights, IL

Department

• Production

Reporting to

• Production Supervisor

Position Purpose

Responsible in maintaining, controlling, and operating machines and equipment that are used in the manufacturing process. Ensures that the product meets company specifications, ensures that the job duties that affect safety, legality and quality standards are addressed.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensures that our products meet the company’s standards and specifications
• Complete, legible and accurate documentation
• Must understand and follow all company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
• Food Safety and Quality Standard Requirements are being maintained daily
• Must understand and comply with the company Allergen, Food Defense and HACCP policies
• Must communicate with Supervision of any Food Safety and Equipment concerns
• Follows all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for the area worked
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships
• Never abuse equipment
• Work with Supervision and Maintenance to maintain equipment in good working condition
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Correct weighing and recording of any waste to be disposed of
• Follows all work instructions
• Perform all other work assigned duties as required by Supervision
• Keep work area and machinery clean
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary for task at hand
• Never use damaged pallets
• Must comply with all safety policies and procedures at all times
• Utilize all safety devices
• Report any unsafe work practices or injuries to your supervisor
• Required to maintain a safe and clean work environment

Responsibilities

• Works to maintain and improve on the quality, legality and safety of each product and the processes used in their manufacture.
• Responsible for keeping assigned work area clean and tidy at all times and reporting any potential contamination and suspicious activity to a Supervisor immediately.
• Responsible for the production of a quality product that meets all customer and regulatory requirements.
• Effectively communicates as required with supervisor.
• Assures that the necessary tools, settings and supplies are ready prior to production.
• Maintains constant attendance to the machines and prevents other employees that are not trained on that machine from improper use.
• Records and accounts for all materials used on the line for assigned shift.
• Assists supervisor in maintaining the work areas in a clean and safe manner.
• Makes machine adjustments, and informs the supervisor and the maintenance department when major repairs are required.
• Records all down time due to machine malfunctions and reports them to the supervisor at the end of the shift.
• May be required to use the SAP computer system, and accurately document finished goods, or semi-finished goods.
• May be required to take on additional responsibilities or roles based on the needs of the plant.
• Other duties assigned by managers/supervisors

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• One year related experience and/or training

Education, Technical Qualifications, Experience and Competencies Proficiency Level

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred

• Experience in the food industry

Physical Requirements

The 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.

• Regularly required to climb, stand or walk for extended periods of time
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand up to a minimum of 8 hours
• Able to work with product on moving conveyors

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and extreme cold
• The noise level in the work environment is often moderate to loud

Food Safety / Quality

• Report any issues regarding food safety or quality to supervision and / or quality assurance.

I have reviewed this job description and I understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined. I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department without it being specifically included in the job description. If I have any questions about job duties not specified on this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources Team. I further understand that future performance evaluations and merit increases to my pay are based on my ability to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description to the satisfaction of my immediate supervisor. I have discussed any questions I may have had about this job description prior to signing this form.

Please apply at gkitchens.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 48 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Experience:

• Machine Operator: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago Heights, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person