Processing Machine Operator

As a family of brands, it is Our Home's ethos to create and provide delicious, wholesome snacks to communities throughout the U.S. at a great value. We strive to create snacks that offer nourishment and a warm and welcoming sense of familiarity. Our Home is not just the house we live in, but the communities of which we are a part. Our Home gets the best snacks into hands, homes, and communities around the country so that we can flourish together.

We believe that a unified culture and shared values are essential to our success. At Our Home...

We have Growth Mindsets: We grow ourselves, our teams, and our company, both personally and professionally.

We embrace Integrity & Accountability: We do what we say we are going to do, and take ownership of our actions.

We Push the Boundaries: We challenge the status quo, and are creative problem solvers who win where others don't.

We believe that we are Stronger Together: Collaboration is at the center of what we do. We win and lose together.

Our Home makes snacks for everyone and will continue to be known for flavorful snacks with better ingredients that satisfy every occasion and craving. We deliver this through our portfolio of household favorite snack brands, including Pop Secret, From The Ground Up, Food Should Taste Good, Popchips, RW Garcia, Good Health, Parm Crisps, Sonoma Creamery, and You Need This. Our Home is one of the fastest growing Better For You food brands in the country and this explosive growth requires great people with a passion for better-for-you snacks.

Our Home is seeking Processing Machine Operators (PMO) to join our team. The PMO is primarily responsible for the operation and maintenance of the processing machines to assure that they are working properly and meeting production demands. They must possess leadership skills in working with the staff in the packaging room. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. The regular schedule for this role is M-F 5:30am - 3:30pm. The ability to work extended hours and overtime as needed is required.

Responsibilities

• Review and check production schedule and determine what products will be running.
• Safe equipment operation in processing areas and all relevant plant operations.
• Responsible for quality and food safety tasks related to processing.
• Ability to perform minor to moderate maintenance tasks related to processing machines.
• Work with management and fellow associates to ensure Food Safety programs are followed.
• Report food, office or operational safety problems to a supervisor or manager for initiating action.
• Perform other duties as assigned that will impact and support the overall outcome of the company and department objectives.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Required to use hands to handle, or feel; reach, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, and smell.
• Able to lift/move up to 80 lbs.
• Specific vision includes the following: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts; loud work environment
• All employees are responsible for immediately reporting any food safety, food quality, safety issues, or plant security issues to management for appropriate action.
• All employees are responsible for upholding the principles of SQF Food Safety Code.

Requirements

• 2-4 years related experience and training preferred.
• Aptitude working safety with heavy processing equipment
• Able to make equipment changes quickly and accurately.
• Must be available and dependable for occasional overtime (coming in early or staying later) and Saturday work.
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 50lbs.
• Must be willing to perform duties assigned by supervisor or group leader.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Parental Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

No recruiters, please