Machine Operator

JOB TITLE: Machine Operator

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Packing House

SUMMARY: Responsible for troubleshooting, cleaning, repairing, and completing operation of fruit packaging equipment in designated area. Machine Operator will be responsible to train and coach others in proper troubleshooting, cleaning, repair, and complete operation of the equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

· Responsible for proper setup and safe operation of the equipment.

· Perform all necessary start-up/shutdown procedures, cleaning, and troubleshooting to assure accuracy of equipment operation.

· Maintains daily operator logbook to document observations, downtime, machine adjustments, etc.

· Monitors product quality and identify when adjustments are necessary.

· Ability to perform material and product changeovers in time allotted.

· Maintains all electronics and hardware in clean and good operating conditions.

· Continuously monitor all relevant performance metrics and be able to adjust as needed to correct deviations and reduce/avoid downtime.

· Uses computer programs to reflect inventory and print variety of labels.

· Assist in the continuous improvement efforts at the facilities in Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Sustainability.

· Engagement in identifying safety and food safety hazards (for example, GMP audits, weekly Critical Behavior Observations, sanitation checks, etc.)

· Execute our company and mission goals but not losing sight of employee and food safety.

· Work closely with reliability maintenance team to identify machine and software issues or root causes and propose solutions.

· Conducts operations in a manner which promotes safety and complies with Cal/OSHA standards, to include wearing all PPE.

· Works assigned shift to include up to 6 days per week, and work assigned shift as needed to meet production needs.

· Support the implementation and monitoring of food safety, food quality standards, and regulations and laws.

· Keep work environment clean, positive, and free of harassment.

· Demonstrate reliable/consistent attendance and punctuality and a positive attitude.

· Other duties and projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Three or more years of Machine Operating experience or related experience. High School diploma or equivalent required. Knowledge of fruit, fruit quality and grade characteristics is a plus but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing. Conversational Spanish.

TECHNICAL/MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Basic mathematical skills required. Must understand ratios, minimums, and maximums and percentages. Knowledge in computer skills using Excel, Word (composing communication), and Outlook e-mail. Ability to read machine computerized panels in English to operate/adjust machines.

REASONING ABILITY: Must be able to troubleshoot equipment/process problems and propose solutions. Problem-solving skills are essential to this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud most of the time. The employee must occasionally lift, push and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust, stand for long periods, walk, climb stairs, squat, bend, sit, and use hands.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, multitasking, decision-making, effective communication, influencing and leading, adaptability, technology skills, and stress tolerance. Strong troubleshooting abilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oxnard, CA 93030: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location