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Automated Machine Operator - 2nd Shift
CA - Irwindale
Support the Production of Healthy Fresh Food Products in a Pivotal, New Hybrid Role for a Machine Operator with Solid Mechanical Skills
Enjoy a Positive Culture and Competitive Pay and Benefits at a Company Driven by Strong Values
Top reasons to build your career with Bonduelle Fresh Americas. You will:
- Play an important new role, serving a vital function between the machine operator and mechanic levels; support production and automated production equipment.
- Impact line efficiencies by increasing production, reducing rework and minimizing downtime.
- Learn a variety of equipment including check weighers, metal detectors, scales and more.
- Increase your skills and experience through cross-training and by working closely with mechanics.
- Enjoy a positive, team-oriented culture.
- Earn opportunities to advance.
- Choice of Kaiser or BCBS for healthcare benefits, which starts the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
- Company matched 401(k) the first of the month after 60 days of employment, tuition reimbursement and more.
The Requirements
- 1-2 years of experience operating machinery in a food & beverage or similarly regulated production environment Quick question for you - click here
- At least 1 year of experience in a role requiring basic mechanical skills preferred
- Solid understanding of machine operations; working knowledge of cleaning and degreasing techniques
- Basic knowledge of computers and analytics; knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems and/or PLCs is a plus
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Safety oriented; ability to work within safety guidelines and understand efficiencies and downtime
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to be cross-trained to multitask in multiple positions
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
- Ability to read, write and speak English preferred; bilingual skills are a plus
- Knowledge of 5S is a plus
- Willingness to work 12+ hour shifts on a regular basis, including on weekends. Shifts last until the end of production (which can vary substantially)
- Willingness and ability to work in a refrigerated (34°F) environment Quick question for you - click here
You will work the 2nd shift, beginning at 2:15 PM.
The Role
Reporting to the Team Lead, as an Automated Machine Operator you will safely operate and maintain equipment used in the production of sustainable, healthy food. You will embrace the Company’s Manufacturing Excellence philosophy and help drive production to meet the highest safety, quality and efficiency standards. This is a key position where you will serve as a champion of line performance for an assigned production line, and a variety of equipment such as sealing equipment, a check weigher, metal detector, scales, a denester, fork feeder, and tray topper. You will diagnose and repair simple manufacturing equipment issues, partner and collaborate with a mechanic on break down analysis, and perform TPM and center lining initiatives. Additionally, you will:
- Follow good manufacturing practices, personal protective equipment requirements, and safety guidelines.
- Set up and operate all equipment on your assigned line.
- Communicate to and educate other associates for the purpose of maintaining good product quality as it enters the sealing equipment.
- Perform equipment adjustments, equipment center lining, and pre-flight start-up inspection including cleaning condensation.
- Complete basic Preventative Maintenance (PM’s) and Autonomous Maintenance (AM) tasks including cleaning, inspection, lubrication (CIL’s) and conducting proper troubleshooting as necessary.
- Verify that all TPM-based processes are executed in conjunction with the line mechanics.
- Maintain and record metrics such as production efficiency (95% +), yield standards, quality defects and overall line performance. Follow through on action plans to close gaps.
- Communicate verbally and in writing to complete downtime reporting and hourly production rates.
- Operate the Vorne Efficiency Tracking System.
- Understand and explain to associates the definition of the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Follow and maintain HACCP and Sanitation guidelines and processes.
- Perform basic root cause analysis and troubleshooting and basic mechanical adjustments like tensioning drive belts, conveyor belts, tracking belts, chains and sensors. Quick question for you - click here
- Assist mechanics with replacing automated equipment mechanical components.
- Work safely around moving equipment and conveyors in a wet environment.
- Lock out/Tag out equipment as necessary.
- Comply with SQF Regulatory Programs.
- Maintain a safe work environment and practice safe lifting techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
About Us
Bonduelle Fresh Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bonduelle (BOND.PA), and home of the
Ready Pac Foods brand. For over 45 years, Ready Pac Foods has been a leader in offering the most innovative fresh food products to consumers around the world. With four processing facilities throughout the U.S., we focus on fresh vegetables, salads and fresh meal solutions for the Americas. We manufacture a complete range of products featuring fresh produce and protein under the company’s Ready Pac Foods®, Bistro®, Ready Snax®, Cool Cuts®, elevĀte™ and Bonduelle Fresh Picked™ brands.
Support the Production of Healthy Fresh Food Products in a Pivotal, New Hybrid Role for a Machine Operator with Solid Mechanical Skills
Enjoy a Positive Culture and Competitive Pay and Benefits at a Company Driven by Strong Values
Top reasons to build your career with Bonduelle Fresh Americas. You will:
- Play an important new role, serving a vital function between the machine operator and mechanic levels; support production and automated production equipment.
- Impact line efficiencies by increasing production, reducing rework and minimizing downtime.
- Learn a variety of equipment including check weighers, metal detectors, scales and more.
- Increase your skills and experience through cross-training and by working closely with mechanics.
- Enjoy a positive, team-oriented culture.
- Earn opportunities to advance.
- Choice of Kaiser or BCBS for healthcare benefits, which starts the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
- Company matched 401(k) the first of the month after 60 days of employment, tuition reimbursement and more.
The Requirements
- 1-2 years of experience operating machinery in a food & beverage or similarly regulated production environment Quick question for you - click here
- At least 1 year of experience in a role requiring basic mechanical skills preferred
- Solid understanding of machine operations; working knowledge of cleaning and degreasing techniques
- Basic knowledge of computers and analytics; knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems and/or PLCs is a plus
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Safety oriented; ability to work within safety guidelines and understand efficiencies and downtime
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to be cross-trained to multitask in multiple positions
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
- Ability to read, write and speak English preferred; bilingual skills are a plus
- Knowledge of 5S is a plus
- Willingness to work 12+ hour shifts on a regular basis, including on weekends. Shifts last until the end of production (which can vary substantially)
- Willingness and ability to work in a refrigerated (34°F) environment Quick question for you - click here
You will work the 2nd shift, beginning at 2:15 PM.
The Role
Reporting to the Team Lead, as an Automated Machine Operator you will safely operate and maintain equipment used in the production of sustainable, healthy food. You will embrace the Company’s Manufacturing Excellence philosophy and help drive production to meet the highest safety, quality and efficiency standards. This is a key position where you will serve as a champion of line performance for an assigned production line, and a variety of equipment such as sealing equipment, a check weigher, metal detector, scales, a denester, fork feeder, and tray topper. You will diagnose and repair simple manufacturing equipment issues, partner and collaborate with a mechanic on break down analysis, and perform TPM and center lining initiatives. Additionally, you will:
- Follow good manufacturing practices, personal protective equipment requirements, and safety guidelines.
- Set up and operate all equipment on your assigned line.
- Communicate to and educate other associates for the purpose of maintaining good product quality as it enters the sealing equipment.
- Perform equipment adjustments, equipment center lining, and pre-flight start-up inspection including cleaning condensation.
- Complete basic Preventative Maintenance (PM’s) and Autonomous Maintenance (AM) tasks including cleaning, inspection, lubrication (CIL’s) and conducting proper troubleshooting as necessary.
- Verify that all TPM-based processes are executed in conjunction with the line mechanics.
- Maintain and record metrics such as production efficiency (95% +), yield standards, quality defects and overall line performance. Follow through on action plans to close gaps.
- Communicate verbally and in writing to complete downtime reporting and hourly production rates.
- Operate the Vorne Efficiency Tracking System.
- Understand and explain to associates the definition of the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Follow and maintain HACCP and Sanitation guidelines and processes.
- Perform basic root cause analysis and troubleshooting and basic mechanical adjustments like tensioning drive belts, conveyor belts, tracking belts, chains and sensors. Quick question for you - click here
- Assist mechanics with replacing automated equipment mechanical components.
- Work safely around moving equipment and conveyors in a wet environment.
- Lock out/Tag out equipment as necessary.
- Comply with SQF Regulatory Programs.
- Maintain a safe work environment and practice safe lifting techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
About Us
Bonduelle Fresh Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bonduelle (BOND.PA), and home of the
Ready Pac Foods brand. For over 45 years, Ready Pac Foods has been a leader in offering the most innovative fresh food products to consumers around the world. With four processing facilities throughout the U.S., we focus on fresh vegetables, salads and fresh meal solutions for the Americas. We manufacture a complete range of products featuring fresh produce and protein under the company’s Ready Pac Foods®, Bistro®, Ready Snax®, Cool Cuts®, elevĀte™ and Bonduelle Fresh Picked™ brands.
