3rd shift Machine Operator

3rd shift Machine Operator- Sunday-Thursday, 11:00 pm - 7:30 am.

$18.00 - $20.00/hour plus $3.00/hour shift differential, paid for any hours worked.

Benefits are available the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

$1000.00 sign-on bonus paid after 90 days of employment.

The Machine Operator I position is responsible for producing product that meets quality specifications, by operating machines, handling product, testing product quality and packaging finished product.

This position requires acceptable progress in learning production processes, equipment troubleshooting, equipment operation, and packaging procedures.

This entry level position is developing mastery of equipment and processes. The operator one possesses skills to work independently on assigned areas when trained and can perform basic trouble shooting in those areas of proficiency.

essential functions

The following are essential job accountabilities.

· Can operate all the machines in his/her assigned work area without assistance or with minimal assistance where developing proficiency

o Assists on set-up of equipment

o May assist with performing mechanical “Pre-ops” on equipment

o Cleans and monitors blenders

· Performs cleaning duties on equipment as assigned; including printers while machine is in operation

· Packages finished products

· Works effectively with other operating personnel in a unified effort to keep all production equipment operating safely and efficiently.

· Complies with all safety-, health- and environmental management-related policies and procedures.

o Participates in company sponsored safety programs and activities

o Reports to management those conditions or actions by employees or others that might create a hazard to themselves or others in the plant.

· Maintains knowledge of and follows the QC Specifications Sheets

o Completes all required quality checks as defined by the batch ticket

o Alert’s operator 2 & 3 of testing issues, corrects with assistance

· Completes documentation in an accurate and timely manner

· Other related duties as assigned.

Secondary job accountabilities:

• Coordinate’s removal of completed materials with the material handler.
• Performs required machine cleaning to departmental housekeeping standards.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Minimum Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Minimum Experience: Entry level position: prior experience in production environment preferred.
Skills
Communications - Must be able to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small group situations; communicates effectively both orally and in written form,

Mathematical - Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide; must have the ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Mechanical Aptitude - Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving - Must have ability to reason and address problems involving a few variables in standardized situations.

Reading Comprehension - Must be able to read/comprehend written and oral instructions; read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Competencies
Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Attention to Detail & Organization — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks; job also requires good organization skills.

Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.

Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.

Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.

Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Productivity – Job requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cambridge, MN 55008: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Machine Operators: 1 year (Preferred)
• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $18 - $20