Production Machine Operator

Key Responsibilities

Machine Operation

• Operate production equipment such as Nimco machinery, Fogg lines, baggers, pumps, valves, and related production systems.
• Set up and calibrate machinery for production runs.
• Adjust machine settings including speed, pressure, and temperature to maintain optimal performance.
• Ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently throughout production.

Quality Control

• Monitor production output to ensure compliance with product specifications and food safety standards.
• Inspect raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Identify and report product defects, process deviations, or quality concerns.
• Take corrective action within the scope of the position.

Documentation & Reporting

• Complete production records and logs accurately.
• Record machine settings, production quantities, downtime, and performance information.
• Document maintenance activities and equipment issues.
• Communicate production concerns to supervisors in a timely manner.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and make minor repairs or adjustments as required.
• Escalate equipment failures and maintenance concerns appropriately.
• Support continuous improvement activities to improve productivity and reduce downtime.

Safety & Food Safety

• Follow all GMP, HACCP, Food Safety, Quality, and Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Ensure all production activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of machinery operation.
• Basic troubleshooting and equipment maintenance skills.
• Familiarity with industrial safety regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret machine manuals and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.

Experience

• Previous experience operating manufacturing or food processing equipment preferred.
• Food manufacturing experience is an asset.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift as required by production operations.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, or holidays as operationally required.

Competencies

• Safety Focus
• Attention to Detail
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Continuous Improvement Orientation

• Afternoon work
• Sunday work
• Power Jack required