3811 Cutting Machine Operator (Night Shift) Goldsboro at Mt. Olive Pickle Company, INC.

Goldsboro, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Machine operation, Equipment maintenance, Food safety, Quality control, Lock out tag out, Conveyor operation, Production monitoring, Safety compliance, Material handling, Grading, Inspection, Troubleshooting

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Description Mt. Olive Pickle Company is seeking a dedicated Cutting Machine Operator (Night Shift) for our Goldsboro plant to support our cutting department. The Cutting Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring cutting equipment used in the processing of raw product. This role ensures product is cut to specification while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency standards. The operator supports continuous production by following established procedures, food safety requirements, and workplace safety policies. Work Schedule: Monday - Saturday (during peak season), 4:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. **schedule may vary based on the needs of the department Summary Operates Machinery Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions Operates controls for machinery which cleans and cuts raw materials into strips and stuffers. Operates controls for pumps which transfer raw materials from the wet hoppers to the processing line and for conveyors which move raw materials along the line to the cutting machinery. Operates controls for conveyors which move processed materials from the grading and inspection line to the packing dept. Other Duties Notes and records information on machinery down time and the reason for the down time. Inspects and removes trash out of raw materials on processing line conveyor before it reaches the cutting machinery. Responsible for regulating the flow of pickles from the hopper to the cutters to ensure a good cut product. Must lock out and tag out and lock out equipment during breakdowns and jams. Uses pusher to clear jams. Wash machinery after all repairs and jams to ensure that no foreign objects gets into the product. Measure temperature of product coming in from the wet hoppers. Checks product after being cut by end cutters to verify the correct length of cut. Notify O/M's of any cutting problems and assist O/M's when needed. Lifts and moves 25 pounds of pickle approximately ten feet to relish tub. Operate chip cutters, relish cutter, pickers, etc. Grades and inspects product on any line. Works on relish line. Attends meetings and participates in projects as needed. Receives written and verbal instructions from supervisor or crew chief and performs other work as directed by supervisor or crew chief. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Profit Sharing Dental Insurance Employee Discount Flexible spending account Health Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time-Off Referral Program Vision Insurance Mt. Olive Pickle Co., Inc. is an Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabilities. Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of cutting department machinery. Education and experience required: High school graduate or equivalent. 3-12 months experience needed. Supervisory Responsibilities None Machines, Equipment, Tools Used Cutting equipment for strips, stuffers, chips, salad cubes and relish, pricking machine, pumps, hoses, flumes, conveyors, knives, pushers, thermometers and cut resistant gloves. Physical Demands Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time. Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady forces in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward. Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a high position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles. Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform and activity such as: operates machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach; performs mechanical or skilled trade tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc. Work Environment Works inside, subject to some seasonal temperature variations and frequent wetting of feet from job tasks. Fumes from pepper and chlorine. Head cover, gloves and cut resistant gloves are required. Some contact with brine, chlorine and oil. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Responsibilities

The Cutting Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring machinery to clean and cut raw materials into specific product specifications. They must also ensure production efficiency, maintain food safety standards, and perform routine equipment maintenance.