POSITION SUMMARY: The Production Operator position is responsible for monitoring equipment performance and making adjustments and changeovers. Set-up and close down of machines in area assigned is also required. | |
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. | |
1. | Monitors equipment making adjustments to ensure quality and productivity standards are maintained while minimizing rework and downtime. |
2. | Prepares work area for start-up changeovers and shut down (including selecting appropriate programs). |
3. | Maintains records and conducts periodic checks as directed. |
4. | Provides supplies needed for the operation of the machine/line (i.e. film packaging PPE etc.). |
5. | Communicates with team members by notifying maintenance supervisor/leads and production associates as needed. |
6. | Understands and can perform duties of their assigned line. Assists team members on the line and helps with rework or training of team members as needed. |
7. 8. 9. | Completes basic PM checklist on equipment. Assists with other line equipment making necessary adjustments as needed. Assists in other departments as needed for basic routine machine operation and break coverage. Clean and organize work area. Perform other duties as assigned. |
EXPECTATATIONS all Team Members | |
1. Trains others with the skills and knowledge gained from position. | |
2. Observes all company personnel quality safety and food safety policies. Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers clients co-workers and leadership teams. | |
3. Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks. Consistently practices and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization. 4. Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies such as Six Sigma. 5. Follow all company animal welfare guidelines. 6. Other duties as directed. | |
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIES | |
Ability to read write and comprehend simple instructions in English (for record keeping purposes). | |
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to work in cool temperatures (around 40 degrees) Ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day Ability to multitask and work quickly Ability to perform light maintenance on equipment Pallet jack license or willingness to acquire one Authorized to do LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) or willingness to acquire authorization Six months to a year in food or production experience needed Must be a team player and be willing to work close to other employees at some stations. (Less than 3 feet apart.) Must have good communication skills. Capable of learning and remembering product specifications. Capable of lifting and carrying 40 pounds. Good hand and eye coordination required. High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred. Intermediate Analytical skills preferred. Basic computer skills or strong willingness to learn preferred. Desire for continuous improvement preferred. To perform this job successfully applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. |
JBS Foods is a leading global food company, with operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, Mexico, New Zealand and the UK.