Machine Operator 6am-6pm

 

 

 

Position Title: Machine Operator

Position Location: Grand Island, NE

Position Grade: 5O1

 

 

Join Our McCain Team!

 

McCain offers benefits from day 1 of hire!

 

Our production team currently works 12 hours on a rotating schedule (6am-6pm) 

 

We are hiring Machine Operators to join our team at our appetizers plant, where we are making fun food and feeding America. Come grow your career with us at McCain Foods!  

We offer a competitive hourly wage, shift differential. We offer a full benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, PTO, Educational Assistance Program, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Referral Bonuses, a Team Incentive Plan and more!

 

 

Job Summary

 

Operates all related production equipment in a safe and efficient manner to produce a quality product.

 

Job Functions

 

Essential Functions:

• Sets up line to meet requirement of product specifications.
• Observes operation of equipment and performs necessary adjustments to ensure product specifications are met.
• Controls line flows and blend rates as specified by product specification.
• Monitors product transfer points of equipments and adjust accordingly to reduce waste.
• Communicates any changes in product flow, equipment malfunctions or deviation from specifications to Production Supervisor.
• Assists in development of training programs and in training of both production line workers and labors.
• Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and performs necessary adjustments to ensure compliance.
• Reviews SPC test results to understand when and if to make adjustments to keep process in control.
• Recommends measure to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve goals.
• Completes end of shift reports with all required information at end of shift.
• Evaluates line worker performance and communicates observations to supervisor, including areas for improvement.
• Reports any changes in product flow, equipment malfunctions, deviations or safety hazards to Productions Supervisor or mechanic.
• Monitors and encourages personnel to ensure good manufacturing practices.
• Provides fellow operators with verbal/written information concerning production efficiencies and product quality.
• Performs light maintenance of production/process equipment.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists employees in solving work problems.
• Updates information on SACD Boards and Hour by Hour Boards.
• Strictly adheres to all company and plant policies concerning safety, performing proper Lock-Out, Tag-Out procedures, using proper lifting techniques, wearing effectively all personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, proper walking/stepping and all other safety procedure related to your duties.
• Adheres to all company and plant polices related to GMP’s, any work rules and procedures.
• Performs activities of production laborers as needed.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential for meeting performance expectations of the position.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

 

 

 

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides work direction to 5 to 13 line employees in the Production Department. Carry out work direction  responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; directing work; assist with apprising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

 

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and 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 is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment requires hearing protection.

           

Job Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential