Press Operator

Job Description

Seeking a Press Operator to be responsible of pasta production equipment operation to drive maximum product output while maintaining DGPC quality and safety standards. Additionally, play a key role in preparing for shape changes according to the production schedule and ensure the proper blends of raw ingredients are used. This role is with our client in central North Dakota, a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell products such as: pasta, peanut butter, granola, trail mixes, and much more.

Duties and Responsibilities

Review press and dryer machines for correct operational settings according to standard operating procedures; monitor and adjust production settings in order to achieve a scheduled poundage goal for each production run. Evaluate and correct machine stoppages without close supervision. Reports issues to Senior Press Operators

Continuously monitor and maintain lengths in short goods and patterns in long goods according to DGPC specifications. Inform the Senior Operator and Silo operators of any non-spec pasta that may require regrinding

Prepare for shape changes according to the production schedule and ensure the proper blends of raw ingredients are used

Assist in, or conduct, ingredient changeovers as directed by the Senior Press Operators

Assist in maintaining a detailed log of production events during each shift; maintain and review quality check sheets consistently during each shift

Partner with Press Utility roles to clean-up machines issues during operation, as requested

Report safety and food safety issues to the Senior Press Operator or Lead Press Operator

Assist Lab Technicians with pasta samples for moisture testing by removing long goods products from machine process points three times per day

Conduct inspections, record, and report findings in the semolina tailings (mill scalpings), and report findings back to Mill via Senior Press Operator

Maintain dies (selecting, preparing, washing, storing) and perform additional die room duties (preparing ingredient hoppers, recording ingredient usage, proper disposal of containers, and superstack machine operation) in the absence of the die room attendant

Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation

Other duties, as assigned

Education And Experience Required

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution OR 1-year experience in manufacturing in lieu of education

Must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed

Preferred Education, Experience, And Skills

Previous experience operating equipment in a manufacturing setting

Previous experience working with production line control computers

Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation

Must be able to balance, bend, crouch, kneel, sit, stand, stoop, and reach above shoulders for 3 hours per shift

Must be able to walk for 6 hours per shift

Must be able to climb and work off ladder for 3 hours per shift

Must be able to work in a dusty environment for 3 hours per shift

Must be able to work in high heat and humidity for 6 hours per shift

Must be able to perform simple grasping, push, pull, and perform fine manipulation for 3 hours per shift

Must be able to lift up-to 10 pounds for 6 hours per shift

Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds for 3 hours per shift

Must be able to make fine distinctions in sound

Must be able to express ideas by spoken and written word

Must be able to distinguish objects and equipment visually

Company Description

Real People. Real Connections. Real Results.

That's the Messina Talent Advantage.

For more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations.

Messina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.

Real People. Real Connections. Real Results. That's the Messina Talent Advantage. For more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations. Messina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.