RTH Production Machine Operator Lead - 1st Shift - Days Off: Saturday & Sunday
This role follows a 1st shift schedule, working from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with designated days off on Saturday and Sunday.
The Ready to Heat (RTH) Machine Operator’s primary responsibility is to support the running of Kitchen and Assembly equipment to ensure maximization of uptime, including being able to safely start, operate and lock out a piece of equipment. When the use of machine operation is not necessary or all machine-related tasks are complete, the machine operator will complete other production tasks as assigned, including but not limited to maintaining the RTH Drop Zone. The Machine Operator is responsible for performing tasks according to standard operating procedures (SOP) and best practices.
Detailed Responsibilities
Set Up, Operate, and Troubleshoot Equipment
- Always keep safety first while using all equipment
- Must complete training on all RTH machinery, including but not limited to: MAP machines, metal detectors, sleeve printers, ovens, tilt skillets, blast chillers, and sani-tunnel, and be able to show understanding on how to operate the equipment safely and efficiently
- Must be able to control and adjust machine settings to include setups, calibration, cleaning, etc.
- Conducts basic troubleshooting on equipment
- Completes standard equipment set up as per startup checklist and product changeovers without the assistance of maintenance techs
- Must be able to inspect product output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws
- Submit work orders for any machine issues unable to be resolved at operator level
- Train new Leads and employees on RTH equipment
Perform Operator PM’s
- Perform visual inspections on all machinery and report any issues to Maintenance
- Document machine settings and ensure they are operating within Centerlines
- Clean MAP sensors at least once per shift
Maintain RTH Drop Zone
- Submit warehouse requests for any ingredients or packaging items needed
- Tag items that are no longer needed with putback cones and communicate with Warehouse
- Maintain organization of drop zone
Safety
- Follows all lock out tag out procedures and refrains from using machine when locked or tagged out
- Follows all procedures for safe operation of machinery
General Responsibilities
- Must be able to submit progress of production throughout the shift
- Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility
- Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs
This position requires 0% travel
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
- HS Diploma preferred but not required
- 6+ months of production/warehouse environment preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with others as a team
More About Us
Perks and benefits
- Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
- Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time
- 401k program
- Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses
How We Work Together
We are humble team players.
We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.
We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.
We take ownership.
We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.
Be at Home at Home Chef
We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.
We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at hr@homechef.com.
Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off.
California Pay Range
$24.75 - $24.75 USD
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