Machine Operator - Grave (Purple) - Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.

Job Title: Machine Operator

Department: Packaging

Location: On-site 

Shift: Rotating, 12 hour Night Shift (Purple), 6:00 pm - 6:30 am including some weekends 

Wage: Starts at a base of $21.00/Hr with additional $2.00/Hr shift differential

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. 

Company Overview: At Bob’s Red Mill, we inspire joy with wholesome foods. Since 1978, we have been leading the natural foods industry by providing our customers with good food that makes them feel great. Wholesome means ensuring our food is of the highest quality, empowering and supporting our diverse group of employee owners, respecting our planet, and bettering our communities. We believe that joy is for everyone. 

We believe taking care of our community starts with giving our employee owners the resources to take care of their physical, mental, financial, and future well-being by offering a leading benefits package.  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• 401k, Profit Sharing Program, and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) 
• Paid Holidays & Vacation 
• 25% Retail Store Discount 
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling, legal issue support, financial guidance, and more. 
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Childcare Discounts 
• And MORE! 

Purpose: To inspire joy with wholesome foods. 

Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Determination 

Position Overview: The Machine Operator assists in the setup and operation of packaging machinery, including, but not limited to, form and fill machines, hopper feed systems, product screeners, automated scales, metal detectors, label applicators, bag inserters, case erectors, automated box and package printing systems, and various types of conveyor systems.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists with the setup and operation of production line equipment.
• Accurately maintains daily production logs that are legible and orderly.
• Monitors quality control throughout entire packaging process
• Complies with all company policies and procedures and operates all equipment in a safe and food-safe manner.
• Complies with Bob’s Red Mill food safety policies and procedures including adherence to FDA regulations, Safe Quality Food (SQF) Standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Responsible for reporting food safety and quality concerns to Supervisors and/or Department Manager.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Possesses effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Ability to work effectively with a team using direct communication and respect.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools, machine setup, and machine operation.
• Ability to use a hand-held RF scanner to allocate components.
• Familiar with Redzone, including correctly coding machine downtime.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate operational and safety information in English.
• Demonstrates Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, and Determination.
• Ability to work in an environment where exposure to potential food allergens is or may be present.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.
• This position reports to the Production Supervisor and Packaging Manager.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; OR
• Any combination of education and additional years of experience that provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Previous experience as a Forklift Operator, Machine Operator, or similar role in the food manufacturing industry preferred.

Physical Demands: 

• Frequently requires the ability to lift and stack products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Position may require standing for up to 4 hours at a time.
• Position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Work Environment:

• The primary work environment for this position is within a food manufacturing environment.
• Use of personal protective equipment such as helmets, ear plugs, and hairnets are mandatory, and use of non-slip shoes is recommended.
• Employees will be exposed to common food allergens.