Flex Machine Operator (Production) - D Shift - $26.94/hr WITH $1000 HIRING BONUS

Country: United States

City: Nampa

Job Family: Industrial Operations

Contract Type: Unlimited-term

Job ID: 51688

Flex Machine Operator (Production) - D Shift - $26.94/hr WITH $1000 HIRING BONUS

Bel, makers of iconic brands including Babybel, The Laughing Cow, Boursin, and GoGo Squeez is a growing global company that values your contributions, strives to create a sense of belonging for everyone and offers career growth and development opportunities, as well as competitive total compensation and meaningful well-being benefits from day one. For All, For Good, our company signature, reflects Bel’s commitment to sustainability and healthier and responsible food for all. The company has headquarters in Chicago (Bel Brands USA) and New York City (GoGo Squeez) and operates 5 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Leitchfield, KY; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

Job Title: Flex Machine Operator (Production)

Location: Nampa, Idaho

This position is for D shift, Thursday - Sunday, E/O Wednesday from 7pm - 7am. This shift includes a $4 night shift differential.

Job Summary:

A Flex Machine Operator for Materne, North America is responsible for learning how to operate various machines on different high speed production lines (i.e. crusher, mixer/cooker, packaging equipment, etc.). This position will be used for coverage in the event of an absence and will assist with quality issues, sanitation and projects as needed.

Position Responsibilities:

Operation of Tetra Pak machine – mixing of materials and products

• Load ingredients into Tetra Pak machine according to Materne’s specifications
• Operate high-speed manufacturing equipment through touchscreen/HMI
• Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication)
• Testing of PH levels, viscosity levels, brix levels, using quality devices
• Receive / inspect materials and accept or reject based on Materne’s specifications

Operation of Volpak/Bossar Machine – form, fill and seal pouches

• Lift and add rolls of packaging film into machine
• Observe materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
• Inspect pouches for uniformity and quality
• Document all necessary supply inventories

Operation of Ixapak/ End of Line Machine – top loader and case packer

• Reset robotic arm positions after line shut down
• Load packaging materials into packaging machine
• Set machine to increase/decrease number of pouches selected for different size packaging sleeves
• Monitor materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
• Inspect product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality
• Conduct quality testing and record data in a timely and accurate manner
• Perform troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment
• Operate industrial carts and power hand carts
• Break down machinery with hand tools to clean and sanitize
• Complete daily paperwork and reports
• Perform and complete sensory testing
• Must work a minimum of 12 hours
• Responsible to support a food safety and food quality culture
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for an entire shift 12 hours
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to walk up & down stairs multiple times per shift
  
  

Education:

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Technical / Trade School preferred
  
  

Experience:

• Prior experience working as a Machine Operator or similar position in a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience working in the food industry is preferred
  
  

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate (verbal, read, write) effectively in English
• Ability to plan work and anticipate problems
• Mechanical aptitude
• Computer skills (data entry & experience with an ERP system in a production environment preferred)
• Basic math skills, including competency with weights and measures (must be able to take/record measurements and understand tare weight)
  
  

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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