Machine Operator

ATX Specialty Foods is a fast growing, premier producer of high quality dips & sauces. At ATX we serve up a broadly diversified portfolio of retail branded, food service, and private label offerings. We believe that great food comes from passion, quality ingredients and good people. That’s where you come in!

Benefits:

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Competitive pay

Employee of the Month Reward Program

Weekly "Lunch On Us" gift cards ($10) for demonstrated core values

Monthly Company/Customer Sponsored Lunches

A Team and Culture

Frequent review periods

Potential for overtime

Opportunities for cross training

Opportunity for career advancement

We are hiring for the evening shift.

Reporting to the Production Team Leader, the Filling Machine Operator will be responsible for:

• Clean, set-up, operate and monitor equipment of the production line
• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of product
• Make adjustments to filler timing and filling as needed
• Watch for jams and effectively threading wrap to prevent downtime. Report malfunctions to supervisor
• Ability to perform filler and filler line changeovers in a safe and efficient matter
• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed.
• Assist in cleaning the production area and equipment by sweeping, mopping, and removing debris.
• Clean and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides.
• Any tasks that support the processes of the production & packaging of the products on their line.
• Perform assignments and directives provided by the Supervisor.
• Adheres to all safety guidelines Standards of performance (SOP’s), Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP’s), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP).
• Communicates regularly with the Production Team Lead.
• Accountable to meet daily goals set by the operations management to fulfill customer requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of department area and equipment.
• Follow prescribed safety policies as established by the company.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate willingness to work overtime as required. Available for evening and weekend hours work schedules if needed to fulfill customer requirements.

Knowledge / Abilities / Skills

• Understand and follow SOPs and GMP guidelines
• Ability to comprehend on-the-job training
• Requires a high degree of accuracy in the job performance and attention to detail.
• Satisfactory knowledge in Basic Arithmetic. This will enable the employee to perform basic weighing and measuring functions. Must be able to use a calculator.
• Basic Reading and Comprehension - Employee is required to read and comprehend bulk-manufacturing documentation. Read, write and speak English fluently.
• Satisfactory safety record and work performance.
• Committed to reliable attendance & completion of work assignments
• Understand importance of teamwork and how it applies to the production environment.
• Willingness to share new ideas with others.
• Able to pass fit test to wear a cartridge respirator.

Physical Demands:

• Medium - Exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to stand for a long period of time as well as raise and move up to 50 pounds unassisted and maneuver drums weighing approximately 440 pounds. Must be willing to work flexible hours and flexible shifts.

ATX Specialty Foods is an equal opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Overtime

Experience:

• Machine Operating: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kyle, TX 78640: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18