Machine Operator at The Lee Group
Suffolk, VA
About the Job
NOW HIRING MACHINE OPERATORS IN SUFFOLK FOR ALL SHIFTS!
Apply today to enter our client's workforce as a Machine Operator! Work for one of our valued clients in Suffolk, VA and start a career with room for advancement in food manufacturing!
Position Summary of a Machine Operator:
As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for roasting and processing coffee and ensuring it flows to the packaging lines efficiently. This means you will work on the blending, grinding, flavoring, and roasting processes and ensure quality output. You will also need to complete paperwork and communicate the status and changeover updates in your work areas. You will be part of a team that the company relies on to help drive culture as a great place to work, therefore you must be reliable and a good communicator.
Details of the position as a Machine Operator:
- Pay Rate: $17/hr
- 40+ hours a week always available
- Weekly pay
- Shifts Available:
- 7am-3:30pm
- 3pm-11:30pm
- 11pm-7:30am
PLEASE APPLY ONLY IF YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR OVER-TIME! OVERTIME IS MANDATORY WHEN REQUIRED.
- Medical/Vision/Dental benefits available
Job Duties:
- Prepare for the efficient start-up of our roasters, which includes checking production schedules, making sure green coffee is available, and completing necessary paperwork
- Coordinate the changeover activities to ensure the process occurs quickly and efficiently with as little downtime as possible
- Communicate any changes made on the equipment to coworkers and other affected departments
- Continuously monitor quality and check product for defects, as well as ensure moisture, grind, color is in spec
- Utilize and interface with operations computer programs (OIT) to monitor activities
- Monitor daily roasted coffee production figures
- Participate in our Continuous Improvement (CI) program (root cause problem-solving, ensure open communication, generate ideas, recommend improvements, etc.)
- Continuously monitor equipment to detect issues; communicate concerns/issues with Maintenance and supervisor
- Prepare for next shift; have all information needed (organized); effectively communicate all changes and ensure equipment is ready to operate
- Ensure Specification Sheets are followed precisely
- Ensure quality documentation and other paperwork is filled out correctly and completely – includes electronic recording
- Reconcile daily production figures, track downtime, and make sure documents are turned in at end of shift
- Adhere to all good manufacturing practices (GMPs) and abide by all safety and sanitation regulations
- Attend and participate in daily production meetings, weekly team meetings, and other meetings as needed
- Meet with coworkers to discuss production issues and workflow
- Participate in month-end inventory
- Abide by all OSHA regulations and ensure work areas are safe and free of safety concerns and violations; immediately report safety hazards or unsafe acts to supervisor
- Maintain general sanitation throughout work area and follow 5s check sheet and standardized work procedures
- Demonstrate dependability and promote teamwork
- We encourage you to bring ideas to us to help make this an even better place to work
Qualifications & Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must have previous production line, packaging line, or experience in a manufacturing environment; consumer packaged goods (CPG) or food and beverage environment preferred
- Must be able to multi-task, troubleshoot, and diagnose problems; must be detail oriented
- Must be a good communicator with strong writing skills
- Must be reliable, possess a strong work ethic, and able to work independently, as well as partner and assist others as needed
- Basic computer skills required; basic math ability required
- Requires shift work with flexibility in hours worked
- Must demonstrate dependability and accountability and promote teamwork
Physical Demands:
- Must be willing and able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be willing and able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
- Must be able to meet physical, environmental, and mental requirements outlined either with or without accommodation
- Frequent lifting, bending, walking and standing for long periods of time
The Lee Group is driven by our purpose and passion – Aligning talent, Growing Businesses and Changing Lives! And that’s what the right job can mean for a family and what the right employees can mean for a business.
We get up every day and come to work for 1 reason: Putting the right people, in the right seats.
We are guided by our Core Values:
- We are purpose driven to change people’s lives.
- We are approachable and genuine, with a great sense of fun.
- We are authentic straight shooters, unafraid of the truth.
- We get it, our business and our customers.
- We get it right!
Work with us and we will put over 50 years of experience to work for you!!
The Lee Group is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
All applicants must be willing to submit to pre-employment screenings including drug tests and criminal background checks.
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