Machine OperatorMake a Difference in YOUR Career!Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game.
We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best.Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?Summary Description: Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Machine Operator is responsible for providing the customer with the highest quality product in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The Machine Operator is also responsible for monitoring and operating machinery on the production lines to comply with the established standard operating practices for each customer.Essential Job Functions:Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areasResponsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodiesAbility to read, understand, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule and communicate issues or deviations with the appropriate partiesMaintain production flow on machinery by monitoring downstream and upstream issues, supplying raw materials to the equipment, and performing minor servicing if and when neededFollow all Quality Assurance and Production line standard operating proceduresFollow standard operating procedures to perform equipment changeovers; ability to read imperial and metric measurementsRecord all necessary information for production and quality records.
Keep accurate downtime reports and documentationResponsible for performing equipment and general sanitation in your work area or as assigned by leadershipWork closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, and reduce wasteAbility to understand visual and auditory cues to identify production or machine related issuesPerform minor machine maintenancePerform any other duties assigned by leadership including but not limited to cross training, general and plant sanitation, inventory management, training, etc.Required Skills:Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment, beverage production experience preferredDemonstrates the ability to gain a firm understanding of production machinery/forklifts, including an awareness of technical issuesAbility to work quickly and accurately under pressureAdeptness in basic mathematical abilitiesSkill in understanding and interpreting gauges, thermometers, and weight measurementsFormal training in areas such as WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. preferredForklift certification may be requiredCompetencies:Problem-Solving Skills – ability to troubleshoot machinery and production issues efficiently, collaborating with others to resolve complex issuesTeamwork – Collaboration with coworkers to achieve production targets, support for team members, and contribution to a positive work environmentDocumentation Skills – accurate recording of production data, completion of required paperwork or electronic documentation, and maintenance of organized recordsSafety Awareness – knowledge of safety protocols, hazard identification, and adherence to safety regulations at all times. Timely and accurately completes all required monthly trainingCommunication Skills – Effective verbal and written communication with team members and supervisors, reporting issues accurately, and collaborating to ensure smooth workflow. Follows equipment down-time escalation process scheduleEducation and Experience:High School Certification or equivalent1-3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferredWorking Conditions:Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as neededWork Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts.
Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised, with clear production targets and schedules to meetTravel Requirements:0% travel anticipatedPhysical Requirements:R = Rarely (0-15%) O = Occasionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%)StandStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlLifting 50 lbs. (minimum lbs lifted 15lbs)Carry weight, liftWalkingPush/PullDriving (Forklift)Climb (stairs/ladders) or balanceVisual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.Coordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment.Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.Other Duties:This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.