Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

About the Opportunity

As the Machine Operator at Monin, you will be responsible for working as part of a team of talented producers to manufacture, bottle, and package syrups, purees, and flavors following Monin specifications. We have passion and commitment to quality, and we hope you do too! As a good Machine Operator, you are a self-motivated team player. You have the skills to work successfully with all machinery to keep it running efficiently. You can effectively think on your feet, make quick decisions, and have strong attention to detail to ensure no machinery issues or quality go unnoticed. You will be perfect for this role if you are highly detail-oriented and mechanically inclined, passionate about creating beverage and culinary flavor solutions that make our customers successful!

What You’ll Do

•          Operate, clean, troubleshoot and change over production equipment.
•          Complete and document sanitation on equipment and surrounding areas as required in the master sanitation schedule.
•          Produce the product according to specification on the requisition sheet and according to plant safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices. 
•          Ability to troubleshoot process nonconformities, identify root causes and take corrective action.
•          Utilizes TPM methodology to clean, inspect, lubricate and maintain equipment.
•          Report equipment concerns / repairs needed to maintenance staff on duty and record work orders in the maintenance program (CMMS)
•          Communicate, collaborate, and coordinate effectively with Syrup, Maintenance and Scheduling teams.
•          Monitor product quality and ensure activities are performed to quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions.
•          Embrace and encourage housekeeping and sanitation of all manufacturing work areas.
•          Identify training opportunities for operators and bring them to the attention of the Manufacturing Supervisor and Manufacturing Director.
•          Ensure that all work instructions and job aids are followed, and all documentation and quality checks are completed following SQF requirements.
•          Use continuous improvement mindset to improve processes.
•          Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area and follow chemical handling procedures.
•          Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management
•          Upholds, inspires and rewards adoption of company mission and values in the workplace.
•          Ability to be trained and operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other related machinery safely and efficiently.
•          Performs other duties as assigned in relation to machine operation and manufacturing support.

Your Secret Ingredients to Success

•  Passion for Quality— You take pride in the quality of everything you touch and everything you do.
•       Be Vigilant About Safety—You’re always looking out for your teammate’s safety
•       Pay Attention to The Details — You always want to get things right the first time.
•       Keep Things Fun — You see the fun in your daily interactions, and be sure to laugh every day.
•       Lead by Example — You like to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty if it means helping your team.
•       Do The Right Thing, always— You are there for others and willing to step up and help others when that’s what’s required for success.