What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Alsum Farms & Produce Inc.?
Description
Alsum Farms & Produce Inc., a grower, packer, and shipper of potatoes & onions located in Friesland, WI is looking for a full-time Machine Operator! You will operate a specific packaging area and interact with other production groups for the efficient flow and packaging of fresh potatoes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up machinery for daily production activity
- Clean off all equipment and perform any daily maintenance procedures as instructed by the maintenance department
- Monitor quality of all produce handled or packaged by your crew
- Check weights and counts of finished product packaged throughout the day to ensure all packages meet minimum weight and count specifications
- Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned
Education and Experience:
- Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain equipment in a safe, efficient, and careful manner
Job Details:
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Schedule: Monday through Friday; 5:45am to 2:30pm
Work Location: Friesland, WI
Requirements
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Self-motivated and able to function as part of a team
- Ability to comprehend and follow directions and to communicate and keep daily records
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software
Physical and Environmental Demands:
- Must be able to climb stationary ladders
- Prolonged periods standing and moving throughout the facility
- Must be able to move, carry, and lift 75 pounds at times
- Must wear safety glasses and hearing protection in designated areas
Alsum Benefits
Alsum Farms & Produce offers its full-time (30 hours or more) employees:
- Employer contributed health plan
- Employer paid life insurance
- Voluntary dental, life, disability, and vision insurance
- Onsite fitness center/gym membership reimbursement
- Vacation and holiday pay
- Profit sharing
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee discounts
- Educational assistance program
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace