About this opportunity
Shearer's Foods lists this Machine Operator opportunity in burlington, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading manufacturer of salty snacks, cookies, and crackers. Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private brand salty snacks and second-largest supplier of private brand cookies and crackers.
With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer's has been awarded the food industry's highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.
Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.
At Shearer's Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable-and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.
Responsibilities
Machine Technician I - Burlington
This position is responsible for operating mechanized equipment used in food production. The Machine Technician 1 will typically work on one the following equipment: Wrapper, Delkor, Fallas, Rotary, Depositor.
Set up / Startup machine
Ensure proper operation of machine
Perform weight checks as required.
Perform metal detector checks as required.
Change cello rolls as required.
Ensuring proper machinery and setup completed for product change
Ensuring machine is cleaned after product run
Perform or assist with light PM's
Understand and observe safety rules
Perform all tasks at high efficiency levels
Data entry of production results into computerized tracking system every hour or as required
Follow standard operating procedures for operating machinery effectively and efficiently.
Troubleshoot operational issues as necessary
Ability of lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder level
Ability to push and/or pull wheeled objects up to 1000 pounds
5S / Housekeeping - maintain cleanliness of area
May perform other duties as required
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills Requirements:
Sense of urgency with a hands-on and can do attitude
Ability to read and write
Computer data entry skills or ability to learn
Attention to detail
Mechanical ability
Ability to multi-task
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Ability to work a variable schedule
Good written and verbal communication skills required
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who can apply
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