Machine Operator
Tends and operates cannery machines including, but not limited to, aseptic product packagers, automatic can casers, automatic palletizers, Baader-Cooker combination, empty can depalletizer, filler cappers, filler closing machines, glass packers (attendant), juice presses, label machines (attendant), manual can casers, mechanical depalletizers, mechanical palletizers, Number 10 brite stackers, six pack machines, syruper/closing machines, Pease peelers, and vacuum tanks. Operates one or more machines at a time. Observes operation to detect any malfunctions and reports malfunctions to supervisor and/or mechanic. Feeds product or raw materials and supplies into machine. Monitors product condition, for Food Safety and Quality as required. Removes improperly processed or damaged product from production line. Verifies accuracy and enters product codes, as required. Changes time codes on an hourly basis. Records information, such as weight, and number of products produced, as required. Keeps work area clean and orderly.

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

High school degree not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence and complete paperwork. . Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and communicate issues and problems. Limited English required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add and subtract in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

(PERFORMS OTHER ASSIGNMENTS OR DUTIES AS REQUIRED.)

1. Tends and operates cannery machines. Operates one or more machines at a time. Communicates with other machine operators to maintain continuous flow on production line. Makes minor line changes.
2. Starts and stops machine and observes operation to detect any malfunctions. Reports malfunctions to supervisor and/or mechanic.
3. Verifies use of correct supplies, including cartons, cans, lids, labels, etc., against production schedule. Checks supplies for damages, such as dented cans. Reports any concerns or signs of product tampering to the Supervisor immediately.
4. Verifies accuracy and enters product codes as required. Changes time codes on an hourly basis.
5. Feeds product, raw materials, and or supplies into machine by hand, or by conveyor, hopper, and other feeding devices. Monitors product temperature to ensure standards achieved, as required. Replenishes machine supplies during operation.
6. Makes minor adjustments and repairs, such as adjusting filler weights, cleaning machine, and clearing away damaged product.
7. Records information, such as number of products produced or number of damage items, as required. Tracks and explains downtime. Completes appropriate reports and paperwork.
8. Inspects processed product. Checks to ensure accurate product coding. Removes improperly processed or damaged product from production line.
9. Removes samples from line for testing.
10. Keeps work area clean and orderly.
11. Reports any Food Safety, Food Quality Issues to Supervisor immediately.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES:

· Barrels off or reprocesses product, as required.