Operator II 1st shift (pre-weight)

The Operator II is responsible for operating machines such as filling equipment cappers labelers sealers and other related equipment to meet customer order driven production schedules. The Operator II may also be assigned to work in the pre-weigh room to ensure the accurate and timely weighing preparation and staging of ingredients for production. These assignments are performed independently and not concurrently. This role requires a higher level of technical skill and problem-solving including the ability to manually operate pre-weigh equipment and apply basic math skills to accurately weigh spices and raw ingredients in accordance with batch specifications.

General Responsibilities

Follow all safety environmental and workplace rules and regulations.

Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) HACCP food safety and quality requirements.

Properly wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Accurately complete all required production quality downtime and traceability documentation.

Identify and report safety hazards quality concerns or process deviations to the Production Supervisor.

Work collaboratively across Production Quality Sanitation and Warehouse teams to meet daily production goals.

Assist other production areas as needed to support business requirements.

When assigned to production line operations the Operator II will:

1. Operate filling equipment cappers labelers sealers and related production machinery.

2. Determine and perform machine adjustments based on product specifications and material requirements.

3. Set stops guides and machine parameters according to specifications.

4. Monitor machine operations to detect product defects or equipment malfunctions.

5. Actively identify mechanical issues that may lead to downtime and report them promptly.

6. Stop reset and clear equipment jams; report impairments to the Production Supervisor.

7. Record downtime reasons accurately in the CDC system.

8. Supports production line operations during Leader absences by maintaining equipment operation monitoring quality and promptly escalating issues as needed.

When assigned to pre-weigh room operations the Operator II will:

1. Accurately weigh and prepare spices and raw ingredients according to batch sheets formulas and production schedules.

2. Ensure ingredients are properly labeled sealed stored and staged to prevent cross-contamination.

3. Record lot numbers weights and required traceability information accurately and timely.

4. Operate scales blenders dispensing equipment and related tools safely and accurately.

5. Perform basic quality checks of raw materials (visual inspection odor and condition).

6. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Pre-Weigh Room in accordance with GMP and sanitation requirements.

7. Assist with allergen clean-outs when switching between products or formulas.

8. Coordinate with Mixers and Operators to ensure timely delivery of pre-weighed ingredients.

9. Assist with inventory counts and notify supervision of shortages or discrepancies.

10. Assist with receiving and storing raw materials and help verify deliveries against specifications.

11. Identify and report out-of-specification materials documentation errors or safety hazards.

12. Work collaboratively across departments to meet daily production goals.

13. Additional duties as required by direct Supervisor or Manager.

Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to perform basic math necessary for accurate weighing measuring and documentation in a food manufacturing environment.

• Experience operating in a fast paced ready to eat food facility a plus

•  Ability to be self-guided and motivated to operate independently

•  Strong multi-tasking skills

• Ability to work well under pressure

• Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) preferred

• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role and industry

Additional Information :

Additional Information:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the minimum knowledge skill and/or ability required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers; reach; stretch; bend; kneel; crouch; climb; balance; etc.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision color vision and peripheral vision.

Working Conditions:
The job is performed in a manufacturing plant environment. Exposure to loud noises dust dirt heat sparks oil and smoke will occur. Personal protective equipment (safety glasses steel-toed shoes appropriate clothing) is required in manufacturing plants.

Sensory: Ability to hear see speak smell and touch well is necessary to perform basic essential task.

Pay Range: $18.15

Benefits: Medical Dental Vision

Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law including but not limited to on the basis of race or color religion gender age genetic information national origin/ancestry mental or physical disability family status/marital status military/veteran status and any other legally protected status.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the Employers legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Employment Type :

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