Production Associate (2nd Shift) Machine Operator

Production Associate - Machine Operator

Job Description

Ornua Ingredients North America custom formulates and manufactures a complete line of pasteurized process cheese products. We are looking for an energetic, fast-paced, hardworking and reliable employee to join our Production team, specializing in Machine Operating

Essential Functions:

• Ensure all procedures for quality, hygiene, housekeeping are strictly followed and issues reported
• Ensure all quality and Safety regimes are adhered to, to include testing, cleaning, pre-start checks and that documentation is completed accordingly to agreed standards (e.g. H&S and Quality procedures)
• Consult the Production Schedule to determine the correct product is being run.
• Place correct roles into Bagger Machine and replace when necessary.
• Effectively operate the dynamics of the machine including changing recipes, preparing for Leaks, double checking labels, restock with powders, and test when necessary.
• Work collaboratively with the team to adhere to and improve Health & Safety procedures
• Achieve weekly output targets to ensure customer service levels are not compromised.
• Providing effective and ongoing communication within the team
• Ensure all CCP’s and OPR’s are strictly followed
• Ensure the area is audit ready or visitor ready every day as measured to agreed procedures
• Ensure SOPs and associated best practice documents are adhered to
• To carry out production in an efficient manner according to the agreed schedules
• To ensure that all customer specifications are achieved relating to product dimension, packaging, labelling and shelf life
• To ensure all relevant procedures (on line quality checks) are followed correctly
• To inform management of any problems or concerns relating to the quality of the final product
• To ensure GMP in all areas relating to production are kept neat and tidy during production
• To carry out the production of all samples which are added to the plan on a daily basis

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Solid work history is a must
• Basic math, reading and communications skills

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and more available on Day 1!
• PTO given on Day 1!
• 3 Personal Days per year!
• And more!

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand on your feet for long periods of time- (10-hour days)
• Ability to talk, hear and carry out directions in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability work with hands and to lift up to 50lbs repetitively and occasionally up to 100lbs
• Ability to adjust body position to bend, stand, walk, turn, and pivot
• Ability to make minor decisions based on standard practice

Ornua Ingredients North America is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.