Machine Operator

Location:

Geneva, NY (On-site)

Shift:

Evenings, Nights, and Occasional Weekends Reports to:

Operations Supervisor FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Position Summary This role offers the opportunity to be a part of a people-first organization passionate about delivering the best products to consumers. We take pride in our craft and reward teamwork, innovation, and excellence. We respect each other. You will perform duties in the following operational areas: a. Press b. Filling Line c. Packaging system The ideal candidate will be agile, possess high work ethic, and embrace Red Jacket Orchard's core values. You are self-driven, have excellent time management skills, able to work flexible hours and are committed to continuous improvement.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties:

Embrace and exemplify our core values (RITE = Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, Excellence). Operating bottle filling equipment, case packing equipment, or press machines Set-up and preparation of the equipment. o Use gages, scales, etc. o Use Hand Tools to complete set-up Efficiently operating the machines in accordance with good manufacturing processes o Must have understanding of machine controls o Must have mechanical aptitude Perform quality checks on products, juice, or packaging as needed Operate equipment to production standards needed by the day's schedule Follow process steps Perform document control Perform other job-related tasks as required.

Certifications/Licenses:

Not required.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

High school diploma or GED required with interest in manufacturing. Minimum of 1 year of experience in a food plant manufacturing environment is preferred. Must have at least 1 year prior machine operating experience, with 3 years preferred. Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) is helpful, not required. Strong knowledge of good manufacturing practices (GMP), and food safety preferred. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required Able to work independently while maintaining a high level of accountability. Maintains a positive outlook and able to work cross-functionally to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Exhibits adaptability in working hours and demonstrates the ability to collaborate with all team members. Prolonged periods of time on your feet rotating to various workstations within the manufacturing floor. Night shift and overtime are required with occasional weekend shifts. Noise level is usually moderate. PPE is required on the production floor.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. This is a snapshot of the core functions and responsibilities.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift (varies) Day shift Evening shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person