Established in 1980, Oregon Spice Company provides superior quality herbs, spices, and custom blends to food manufacturers and foodservice distributors. We pride ourselves on sourcing products that our customers can use with confidence and trust.

A locally owned company located in NE Portland, close to the airport, we are committed to being outstanding in all we do. A supportive and healthy work environment is of paramount importance. Our values are reflected in how we treat our team members, with the average length of employment close to a decade. We have an opening for a full-time Machine Operator.

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, skill, and/or ability required.

• Shall support the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Global Food Safety Initiative system at Oregon Spice Company.
• Responsible for understanding and following, GMP, SOP, and SSOP.
• Accurately and legibly record information on company documents.
• Read and follow instructions on work orders. Verify and record correct materials (Spice blend, bottles, labels, caps, etc)
• Identify correct spice to fill order.
• Log lot number of products.
• Fill container by weight using a scale.
• Package and label according to work order.
• Prepare packages for shipping.
• Set up and change over equipment on the Pack Line to include filler, auger system, check-weigher, metal detector, capper, labeler, sealer and associated conveyors.
• Monitor, document and adhere to CCP checks and standards multiple times per hour.
• Communicate material needs to the material handler (F.L. driver) to restock the production line.
• Clean work area.
• Clean equipment.
• Clean warehouse.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Basic English reading, writing, speaking and math skills.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• At least one year of experience operating machinery in a food packing or light industrial environment handling/packing product.
• Experience and accountability for filling out regulatory paperwork.

What you will get:

• Medical and Vision insurance with employer contributions towards costs
• 100% employer-sponsored Dental
• 100% employer-sponsored Life and AD&D insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid Holidays Paid Sick and Vacation time