Production Operator

Additional Considerations (if any):

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At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Description:

Hy-Vee, Inc.

Job Title: Production Operator                                                 

Location: Hy-Vee Beverage Mfg.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Revision Date:  7/23

General Function:

The employee’s responsibilities include: Set up, tear down and operation of machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.

Working Relationships:

Accountable and Reports to: Production Supervisor

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high- speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in continuous improvement environment.
• Beverage manufacturing machinery and perform necessary pre/post operational activities to ensure proper equipment startup.
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude.
• Must be willing to work in all areas of production.
• Required to assist in set up and clean up responsibilities.
• Ensure that production requirements and standards are met consistently.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Observe all safety guidelines and report safety concerns to management.
• Able to work overtime as needed, including weekends.
• Work cooperatively with the production team to meet quotas and goals.
• Operate machinery correctly and maintain it with care.

 Machine Operator 2 - Requirements and Qualifications:

• Assist management with procedures to ensure quality product while seeking cost cutting ideas.
• Practices HAACP and Good Manufacturing Practices at all times.
• Needs to be able to work alongside other individuals on line as a team.  
• Report any machinery issues to management.
• High school education or equivalent. Previous Warehouse experience would be helpful.
• Reliable and punctual
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work to completion of job.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to exert up to 50 pounds of force repeatedly; exert up to 40 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
• Must be able to be on feet (standing and walking) for 8 -10 hours a day.
• Visual requirements include vision from less than 20 inches to more than 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.
• Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling,  reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting,  grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Working Conditions:

• The duties of this position are performed in an office and receiving dock. Primarily in a temperature controlled environment but may have exposure to extreme weather temperatures on occasions.
• Frequent deadlines exist while handling multiple tasks.
• Ability to climb, bend, lift and work in areas of limited mobility. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must have the ability to use logical thinking or solve problems.

Follow all written and verbal instructions.

Contacts:

Has daily contact with facility leadership team.

Are you ready to smile, apply today.  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.