What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator 2nd shift position at Michael Foods and Careers?
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform quality checks on incoming raw eggs and finished products.
- Conduct hourly checks and monitor product quality.
- Complete required documentation accurately and timely.
- Follow SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) guidelines.
- Monitor machines to ensure they are running efficiently, within range for temperatures, speed, and tank levels, with no leaks and full of eggs.
- Make minor adjustments to equipment and troubleshoot equipment problems.
- Communicate machine or product issues to production management and/or maintenance.
- Ensure packaging material is kept separated, neat, stored properly, and labeled correctly.
- Operate forklift and pallet jack.
- Keep area and equipment clean using sanitation procedures.
- Complete die, printer, and Bergmier counter changeovers.
- Perform Acetic acid bath temperature, chemical, and Vortexx checks.
- Check CO2 and O2 levels on product bags.
- Assist with Fallas operations, dicer operator tasks, and pulling samples and records for skids.
- Accurately program, track, and report Data Trace readings per HACCP requirements.
- Understand cross-contamination and mitigation steps for the area, all grades of eggs, Biolonix operations, and Yamato scale system.
- Provide breaks to line employees.
- Communicate effectively with operators to control egg flows.
- Mix brine solution per specification and coating paint.
- Follow and perform wax filling procedures.
- Perform manual packaging, sanitizer chemical checks, belt sprayer checks, hand dip checks, and properly report issues.
- Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMPs, maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure product quality is maintained. Report any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
Qualifications:
- Experience with egg processing and related equipment.
- Strong understanding of HACCP guidelines and SOPs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
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Effective oral and written communication skills. Bilingual a plus.
- Work independently, prioritize duties and display responsible behavior at work.
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Must be able to obtain a forklift and pallet jack operator’s license.
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Must be safety minded.
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Must have basic computer skills.
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Must have basic math skills.
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Capability of interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form.
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Must demonstrate open and honest communication.
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Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with others to complete work assignments.
- Can adapt to change.