MACHINE OPERATOR DAYS - Spherion

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining food processing machinery to ensure efficient production. This role involves monitoring equipment, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring the production process runs smoothly while adhering to safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will possess work ethic and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Wonderful management in a newly renovated facility!

Perks & Benefits

• STARTING PAY: $21-$22/HR
• 1ST SHIFT: 6AM-2:30PM
• BREAKS: Two 15min paid breaks, 1/2hr unpaid lunch.
• This is a 40hr/week position, but we're heading into peak season, so there will be mandatory OT (paid time and a half) of 50hrs/week thru Nov just in time to make more money before the holidays! In Dec hours will go back to 40/hrs/wk.
• DIRECT HIRE (not temp) with eligibility for FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE
• LONG-TERM position!
• Will train the right candidates
• Much growth opportunity.
• Able to easily accommodate English/Spanish languages.
• Newly renovated facility

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor food processing machinery to ensure it runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Set up machines at the beginning of each shift to prepare for production.
• Adjust machine settings as needed for different production runs or product specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines, including cleaning and minor repairs.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and report any malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Ensure products meet quality standards by conducting regular inspections during production.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain accurate production records, including the number of products produced and any downtime.
• Work closely with the maintenance team to resolve more complex machinery issues.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitizing equipment between production runs to meet food safety standards.

Skills:

• Good work history
• Previous experience operating machinery, preferably in a food processing or manufacturing environment, preferred but not required.

Qualifications:

• Basic mechanical skills and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Ability to read and interpret production specifications and machine manuals.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift materials (up to 50 lbs).
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).