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Assistant Machine Operator

Well Enterprises - Career Site
Le Mars, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/19/2025

Under the direction of the production supervisor and operator, the Assistant Machine Operator is responsible for filling in for the Crew Leader in their absence and providing support and execution to ensure operation of the production line.  

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Responsible for adhering to all safe work procedures and practices of safety, and proactively identifies safety issues.
  • Exhibits strong individual responsibility towards the delivery of team metrics relating to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.  
  • Uses sound decision making skills in the execution of general production duties based on company documented processes and procedures (SOPs, Standard Work, Etc.), adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Supports a Continuous Improvement (CI) mindset by participating in continuous improvement initiatives through communication and by engaging team.
  • Communicates effectively, appropriately, and respectfully with each member of the organization.  Emphasizes the values of trust, integrity and respect during all communications within the organization.  
  • Assists in providing effective solutions to difficult problems by using logic and problem-solving skills.  Develops critical thinking skills by looking beyond the obvious to contribute to finding the facts in support of defining the root cause of problems. 
  • Perform all routine work on the assigned line in addition to Assistant Machine Operator tasks as assigned by Supervisor, filling in for Crew Leader when needed.
  • Work environment includes, but is not limited to, the following known allergens – dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, coconut, wheat, soy, and egg.
Approximate day shift start times are between 2:50 AM - 7:50 AM with normal shift lengths of 10 -12 hours.  
Approximate night shift start times are between 2:50 PM - 9:50 PM with normal shift lengths of 10 -12 hours.  
Schedules are posted two weeks in advance with a degree of flexibility required. Positions require frequent weekend work.  
 
Pay: Starting rate of $26.36 - $28.51/hr.  Night shift will receive an additional $1.50/hr for night shift differential.
 
Comprehensive benefits package available first of the month following 60 days of employment.  Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision/Flex, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401k, Tuition Assistance, ST/LT Disability and more.  Opportunities for promotion and growth. 
 
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Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 18 years old required.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years solid and continuous work experience beyond an entry level role required.  Examples include general production, construction, farm operations, food service and hospitality.  Experience in food manufacturing experience preferred. 
  • Demonstrated stability in employment, limited unexplainable gaps in work history.
  • Demonstrated basic computer skills. 
  • Demonstrated understanding of cause-and-effect and ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment and experience leading people preferred; must demonstrate capability of providing direction to others.
  • Quality-minded, conscientious, and self-motivated.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well in a diverse team environment. 
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully communicate with others. 
  • Ability to stand for entire 10–12-hour shift required. Repetitive motion of hands, fingers, shoulders, and arms required. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. required.

If you meet these requirements and are interested in this position, to be considered for an interview you must complete an online application at www.wellscareers.com.

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis

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