What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Richardson International?
Duties and Responsibilities:
Education and Experience Required:
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Operates packaging equipment according to product specifications and ensuring accuracy in weights and codes. Adjusts machines as required
- Maintains proper documentation of downtime and repairs. Performs minor repairs and routine maintenance work on equipment
- Continually checks the quality of the product, packaging, and case printing according to standard operating procedures and policies. Responsible for reporting any issues or concerns to Supervisor, as needed
- Inspects and conducts regular deep cleaning of equipment after each product change.
- Maintains cleanliness of equipment at all times
- Operates in accordance with health, safety and fire prevention regulations and practices, and standard operating procedures
- Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation
- Other duties, as assigned
Education and Experience Required:
- Must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
- Able to respond to alarms and resolve problems in a timely manner
- Able to work well with teammates and communicate with all employees with respect and courtesy
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
- Previous experience operating machines
- Previous experience in a food manufacturing facility
Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Must be able to balance, stand, walk, and work in high heat/humidity for 12 hours per shift
- Must be able to perform simple grasping for 12 hours per shift
- Must be able to lift up-to 34 pounds for 12 hours per shift
- Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, and work in a dusty environment for 10 hours per shift
- Must be able to push, pull, perform fine manipulation, and feel for 10 hours per shift
- Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds for 10 hours per shift
- Must be able to kneel, sit, reach above shoulders, and climb/work off ladder for 6 hours per shift
- Must be able to make fine distinctions in sound, distinguish objects and equipment visually, and express or exchange ideas by spoken or written word