Machine Operator - Illes Foods

After driving creativity and taste in the food service industry for almost 100 years, we know that it’s all about the people. We are committed to doing great work and, at the same time, being a great place to work. Do you want to work where you can grow and thrive? Then come and work at a company dedicated to embracing diversity, making employment decisions based on merit, and treating others with respect. We don’t see ILLES Foods as “just a job”. We see it as a positive, inclusive, and safe environment where we are all valued and heard.

Join us to enjoy 120 hours of PTO a year 10 Holidays for 2024 Volunteer Time off Mental Health Day leadership development opportunities great health benefits matching 401K company-wide PROFIT SHARING!  Salary dependent upon experience - do not rely on estimates from any job board! 

Currently, hours are 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday. (However, depending on production needs, they may change to M-F, 6 a.m.-5 p.m.) 
 

POSITION SUMMARY
 The Small Pack Operator is responsible for operating all equipment used in the production of finished goods in accordance with process and quality standards to meet the production schedules assigned.  That is, they will perform production activities and operate production equipment in accordance with BRC requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), as well as all Illes SOPs, Quality standards, and time sequences. Partner conducts themselves in a manner that is aligned with Illes Foods Core Values: Operate with Integrity, Stay Intentionally Curious, and Believe in the Power of the Partnership. 
  
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Check bulk materials, film, ribbon, cases, shaker bottles, and label information against the batch sheet. Select and load the correct pouch and case label files and enter variable information. Review the pouch and case labels and get approval from the QA technician.
• Learning how to set up pouch filling machine per standard machine settings and ensure correct tooling is in place, clean, and in good condition. Operating the pouch filler per established procedures with some assistance.
• Follow production sequence and perform all job changeover procedures 
• Observe production or monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.  
• Examine materials, ingredients, or products visually or with hands to ensure conformance to established standards, especially seal integrity, print quality, and weight.
• Perform periodic seal leak testing.
• Report equipment malfunctions to team leaders, Supervisors or maintenance staff 
• Observe work and Human Machine Interface (HMI) and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards.
• Collect samples with the necessary information for testing.
• Learn how to fill pouches with the specified label weight or volume accurately. 
• Maintain SPC charts and adjust the machine as needed.
• Training on how to operate or be efficient at operating 1 filling machine for small pack production. 
• Load materials and products into package processing equipment.
• Stack finished containers on pallets per specifications.
• Learning to accurately punch in, make, and fill times on the batch sheet through RiteTime.
• Clean and maintain equipment, using hand tools in accordance with health and safety standards 
• Mark and label containers, container tags, or products using marking tools.
• Learning how to complete job outputs in Ross, apply LPNs, and move finished goods to the warehouse.
• Safely operate one production processing line, packaging, and powered industrial equipment.
• Maintain appropriate and professional written and verbal communication.
• Ensure that food safety, legality, and quality standards are always maintained.
• Learning how to operate a forklift. 
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Management.
• Regular attendance is a requirement of this position for scheduled shifts.

               
Minimum Job Requirements:

 

EDUCATION	High School or Equivalent or the ability to obtain same within the specified time.
EXPERIENCE	Minimum 1 year of Food Industry Experience plus 6 months of Small Packaging Equipment experience required.
REQUIRED SKILLS		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
		Adherence to policy, procedure and attendance requirements
		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
		Flexibility ‐ Able to handle pressure and change
		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing the performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine works properly.
		Read, speak, and write fluent English.

 
PHYSICAL                                                               
REQUIREMENTS:                                                            

• Ability to crouch and bend.
• Ability to handle 55 gallon drums after training
• Ability to lift 100# with assistance
• Ability to lift 56# continuously
• Ability to stand continuously
• Ability to tilt over and pour out up to 500# with assistance
• Bend, stoop, climb, reach above shoulders, crouch, push and pull frequently
• Use feet, hands, wrists, arms, shoulders constantly.
• Work while standing on a 7‐step ladder with rails.

 
             

                 Non‐exempt                    Full‐Time                                   Permanent
              
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an all‐inclusive or exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. 
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as required by law. Some job requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. 
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‐related instructions and to perform other job‐related duties in compliance with Federal and State Laws. 
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT. NEW OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, AS APPLICABLE, IS ON AN “AT‐WILL” BASIS.
 

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