Machine Operator - 2nd Shift - Vineland, NJ

Job Details:

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for filling in for breaks, absenteeism/vacation and must be able to perform all jobs and operate all machines in the department, while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for operating machinery, understanding specs of product being ran, documenting both on paper and electronically machine setting, weights, and other data as needed.
• Assists with successful startup of machinery; ensures machine sensors and line conveyors are clean and clear of jams.
• Facilitates and monitors standard loading operations, shutdown, and cleanup to ensure proper processing and packaging of products within Tyson specifications.
• Manually loads 40 lbs. boxes of finished product from conveyance to pallets when automated palletizer is inactive.
• Facilitate pallet completion and changeover to new pallets.
• Monitor the loading of loads boxes onto infeed conveyer; Monitors that the case sealer is properly sealing boxes.
• Observes and monitors the stacking operation of the automated palletizer and various packaging machines to detect work-in-progress misalignments or malfunctions; notifies Line Lead, Machine Operator or Supervisor as necessary to correct uncommon pack-out line or automated palletizer problems.
• Ensures area is stocked with needed supplies, proper sized pallets; replenishes as necessary; ensures battery powered jack is charged and driver is available, as necessary.
• Assembling and dismantling equipment when needed and communicate issues to Lead and Supervisor.
• May operate forklift or manual /battery powered pallet jack to sort and transfer pallets and supplies.
• May operate case packer and pallet wrapper.
• Keep a legible accurate record as required including entering data as needed into a computer-based system.
• Wears all required personal protective equipment including, gowns, hearing protection, eye protection, hardhats, as required.
• Perform any other work assigned by supervisor.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 6 months of relevant operator experience.
• Math Skills: Ability to perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, or simple multiplication mentally, on paper or with calculator.
• Technology Skills: Must be able to operate machines using a touch screen to interpret information in sequential order, input data, and reset calculations. Ability to be trained to or use a computer display controls, handheld computers and scanners.
• Reading Skills: Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions – such as work orders, computer displays, safety materials, operating and maintenance instructions, procedural manuals, and brief correspondence.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Must be willing and able to repetitive lift of up to 40 lbs. boxes from floor level up to a height of 7 ft., every 30 to 60 seconds while maintaining proper records.
• The Team Member will walk, bend, squat and stand
• The Team Member will move pallets weighing 95 lbs.
• The Team Member will flex/grip with wrists/hands.

 

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate:

Incentives:

NoNo

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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