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Greenwood Associates Production Machine Operator in Niles, Illinois
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Description
Reporting to the Production Operating Supervisor, the Machine Operator level 1 is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of fluid processing production line equipment and automation software with adherence to food quality and safety policies. Controls and adjusts major machine settings to complete complex tasks.
Schedule:
2nd Shift Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:30pm. (Work hours may vary based on production activities and overtime may be required.)
Key responsibilities include:
Operates fluid processing equipment to carefully and accurately blend batches of fruit and vegetable products and fill finished product containers by following written blending and filling instructions and using automation software.
Ensures that all product and packaging is handled in accordance with company food quality and safety policies and applicable regulatory standards.
Accurately complete batch records/forms documenting blending/filling/WH process as instructed.
Performs supervised CI/Pasteurization/Sterilization, aseptic tasks and clean/sanitize tubing, lines and other equipment or surfaces in accordance with written sanitation procedures.
Makes equipment adjustments as necessary and performs routine maintenance of the equipment including diagnoses of minor equipment issues or malfunctions.
Becomes proficient in the operation of multiple production equipment lines and processes to engage in various production roles across facility and provide backup to other operators and production personnel as necessary.
As needed, prepare finished product or raw material for shipment, or handle newly received product by transferring to frozen or cooler storage.
Participates in training sessions, plant meetings, teams, and committees as required.
Ensures proper time keeping and leave approval as required by the company leave and time and attendance policies.
Communicates regularly with the Customer Service Department on needs, changes, or changing prioritizations as it relates to the fulfillment of sample orders.
Monitors outbound sample orders as submitted by Customer service, ensuring timely preparation and shipping.
Enters FedEx portal shipping information ensuring that requested ship dates are met.
Creates labels for bottles, FedEx labels, and any other documentations required.
Fills sample bottles, label and ensure sample stock meets Greenwood exacting standards for proper presentation to the customers.
Pick, pack and ensure proper documentation is included with each shipment.
Monitors packaging supplies and advises when replenishment is required.
Monitors sample inventory levels, initiate process for generating additional sample inventory when notified by Planning. Ensures samples are pulled at the line during production or transfers are initiated for product that is needed to move from storage to sample prep area.
Other duties as assigned.
Listed responsibilities are non-exhaustive, and employee may be required to perform additional functions. Job description and title may be revised at any time at the Companys sole discretion and is not intended and is not to be construed as creating a contract of employment.
Requirements
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1-1.5 years experience with manufacturing or production line preferred; food or beverage production with automation and computer-controlled equipment a plus.
Previous training and experience driving a forklift preferred.
Ability to physically lift and handle up to 60-pound pails, packages, and containers, and bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time performing repetitive motions.
Ability to tolerate exposure to temperature changes and varying noise levels, while safely working around moving equipment.
Capable of multitasking and communicating with other members of production staff.
Basic math skills and reading comprehension, including ability to read and comprehend instructions, recipes, policies, and procedures.
Ability to visually identify product, label, container, and equipment issues.
Flexibility in working hours as needed by the operation, including overtime as necessary. :::