We are seeking a skilled Production Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating, adjusting, and repairing high-speed production equipment to meet plant production goals. This role involves working collaboratively within a designated team, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining positive relationships across departments.
Responsibilities:
- Operate, adjust, and repair high-speed production equipment to ensure production goals are met.
- Assist in performing preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Build positive relationships across designated teams by effectively collaborating, communicating, and upholding ethical integrity.
- Possess knowledge of operating Cryovac and sanitation, setup, and troubleshooting of hydration equipment.
- Familiarity with corenco, dicer, and scales for pre-scaling.
- Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), sanitation, setup of kettles, filters, and daily reports for Clean-in-Place (CIPs).
- Familiarity with Just Foods (ERP) reporting and setup.
- Actively participate in training with Job Instructions (JI) and Job Relations (JR).
- Understand Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and Assets in Red Zone.
- Familiarity with automation/robotics machinery, packing machinery, and Armor Inox.
- Follow all job safety practices and policies, including food safety, personal protective equipment usage, and emergency procedures.
- Read, understand, and adhere to all departmental policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in operating and maintaining production equipment preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize workload requirements effectively.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well within a team.
- Forklift certification and experience operating warehouse machinery preferred.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures.
- Familiarity with sanitation practices and equipment setup.
- Willingness to undergo training and continuous improvement initiatives.
If you think you meet these qualifications and are excited to join our team, please submit your application with your resume attached.
At Ready Foods, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our success. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment helps us to innovate and achieve excellence.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value every individual’s contributions. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We celebrate the rich diversity of our workforce and strive to ensure that every team member feels valued and empowered to bring their whole self to work.
What we offer:
- Inclusive Culture: We foster an environment where everyone feels welcome, heard, and respected. We encourage open dialogue and celebrate diverse perspectives.
- Equitable Opportunities: We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees to grow and advance. We regularly review our practices to ensure fairness in recruitment, development, and promotion.
- Continuous Learning: We provide ongoing training and resources to help our team members understand and contribute to our DEI goals.
We recognize that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do but also critical to our business success. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.