Packaging Machine Operator

Job Category:

Manufacturing/Operations

Job Family:

Plant Production

Work Shift:

Job Description:

We are looking for Machine Operators to join our team! At West Bend, we specialize in cream cheese – that meet our customers’ needs and appeal to consumer tastes worldwide.

Responsibilities will be utilization of packaging machines in accordance with Food Safety guidelines.

Cleaning, sanitizing and maintaining equipment to company standards, forming boxes and packaging final product, operate pallet jacks and other general labor duties as assigned.

Rate of Pay:



* Up to $26.79 per hour ($25.29 plus $1.50 per hour certification pay) based on experience.

Earning potential exceeds $85,000 annually.


* Shift premium of $0.50 per hour for working on second shift and $1.00 per hour for third shift.


* $2,000 sign on bonus, paid in the first year, based on good employment standing for 3rd shift full time positions.

Shift/Schedule:



* 1st Shift (6:00 am to 2:00 pm)


* 2nd Shift (2:00 pm to 10:00 pm)


* 3rd Shift (10:00 pm to 6:00 am)

Work week offers a guaranteed 40 hours.

Mandatory overtime is expected and weekend work is likely.

Overtime is paid on 8+ hours in a day, time and half paid on Saturday and double time paid on Sundays.
 

Full Benefits Package Available:



* Health insurance available day 1 (medical, dental, vision and life insurance)


* 401k Match: $ for $ on first 6% (After 90 days)


* Paid Vacation and Holidays:


* Health and wellness programs available (includes an HSA with company contributions of up to $1,200 based on medical plan elections and screening)


* Professional growth and development opportunities through training and our Tuition Assistance Program


* Paid Sick Leave

Job Duties:



* Machine set up and operate cream cheese packaging machines and various code dating equipment


* Review and follow posted production schedule and monitor for possible changes


* Provide a detailed pass down to oncoming relief


* Operate machines to meet production standards


* Know and demonstrate all Safe Work SOP’s related to position


* Monitor product and packaging for quality requirements by visual examination, weight checks, and examination of packaging components.


* Complete all paperwork associated with production rates, weight checks and downtime.

 This requires a knowledge of basic math including % and decimal placement


* Disassemble, clean, sanitize, reassemble packaging equipment, and documentation as required


* Must be able to work safely and in a team environment.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively


* Perform other general labor tasks as assigned by leader

Who we are looking for:



* Reliability - Regular attendance is a requirement


* Ability to operate manufacturing equipment safely with minimal supervision


* Self-motivated, detail orientated individual who possesses a results-oriented mindset
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