What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Filler Operator - 2nd Shift position at AMERICAN POP CORN COMPANY CORP?
The Machine Filler Operator is responsible for operating microwave bag filling machines and wrappers, ensuring accurate corn and oil weights, and maintaining product quality throughout production. Key duties include setting up and monitoring check weighers, performing quality checks every 20 minutes, verifying packaging, print, seals, and handling rejects. The operator also loads microwave bags and documents lot codes and other product information. Typical work hours during training are 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM Monday - Thursday, with 2nd shift schedule being 4:00 PM 2:30 AM Monday - Thursday.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Qualifications: The ideal candidate for the Machine Filler Operator position will have a high school diploma or equivalent, with previous experience operating filling machines or packaging equipment preferred. They should be able to accurately measure and adjust product weights and demonstrate strong attention to detail for performing quality checks and maintaining accurate documentation. A basic understanding of production processes and equipment operation is important, along with the ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks. Strong communication skills, the ability to follow instructions, and flexibility to work varied hours to meet production demands are also required. |
Skills and Competencies:
The Machine Filler Operator should possess strong technical and mechanical aptitude to operate and adjust filling machines and packaging equipment. Attention to detail and quality awareness are essential for monitoring product weights, packaging, seals, and overall production standards. The role requires good organizational and documentation skills to accurately track lot codes and product information. Physical stamina, the ability to perform repetitive tasks, and adherence to safety protocols are critical. Effective communication, teamwork, and flexibility to adapt to changing production schedules are also important competencies for success in this role.
Why work with JOLLY TIME Popcorn?
JOLLY TIME has a long history of innovation, hard work and family; all for the sake of making better popcorn. We take pride in every aspect of what we do and want you to taste it in every delicious kernel of JOLLY TIME Pop Corn, the Official Snack of Happiness!
Training & Shift Differential
- All new Hires will be required to train on 1st shift for approximately three (3) months. After training is completed and the employee transitions to 2nd shift, a $1.50 per hour shift differential will apply.
What about benefits?
American Pop Corn Company has an amazing benefits package! Here are just some of our great benefits:
- FREE family health and dental insurance. That's right - JOLLY TIME doesn't charge for these benefits - and it's a major medical plan with full coverage!
- 401(k) with a 4% match
- 6 paid holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Annual Bonus Program
- Referral Bonus
- & More!
EOE post-offer drug screen required. E-verify. APCC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.