KALLE USA LLC is a manufacturer of food packaging in the North Suburbs that has an immediate need for a Machine Operator. This position will perform as a member of the Operations Team. Maintain a high level of safety and quality awareness. Support safety programs related to personnel safety and food safety.
JOB PURPOSE: Safely perform essential physical duties of operating production equipment such as the Automatic Shirring, and Coating Line (tablet/gelatin). Perform quality checks, and ensure quality products are manufactured to meet customer demand.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Maintain clean and organized work areas, including equipment cleaning, tool storage, and removal of production waste.
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Ensure all equipment and work areas are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before starting production to prevent product contamination.
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Conduct pre-operation inspections to verify equipment functionality and identify any maintenance or safety concerns before use.
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Ensure availability of required materials, tools, and supplies to meet production schedules.
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Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and safety protocols for each type of equipment.
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Work collaboratively with team members across shifts to meet production goals, new hire training and maintain workflow continuity.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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Properly load and set up shirr coated reels on shirring machine following SOP.
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Place finished goods in blue bin with liners.
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Respond to issues such as moisture deviations or shirring damage to maintain uninterrupted production.
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Properly set up, operate and adjust controls on coating line following SOP.
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Manage coating tablet including gelatin during operation.
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Able to communicate line to line regarding potential issues on the coating line.
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Able to manage the spice and gelatin controls output.
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Verify that all materials match the specifications on the Work Order traveler and identification tags before use.
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Enter app rates in coating tablet.
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Accurately print labels and mark finish reels.
MINNIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (The following qualifications can be acquired and demonstrated through experience, education and/or vocational training as noted or as appropriate.)
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High school diploma or equivalent desirable.
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One (1) plus years of related manufacturing experience.
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Must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend written instructions and numbering.
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Must be able to calculate basic arithmetic, (i.e., add, subtract, multiply and divide).
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Knowledgeable in the metric system; length, mass, and volume.
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Knowledge in machinery skills: Ability to operate automated machines and equipment with accuracy.
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Computer competency: Must enter data into company’s system.
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Attendance: Must be punctual and reliable.
