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Be part of a team that constantly pushes boundaries and creates unique snack experiences.\nQuality-Driven Culture:\nWe’re passionate about delivering top-notch products. Join us if you’re committed to excellence and quality.\nTeam Collaboration:\nOur collaborative work environment fosters creativity and teamwork. You’ll collaborate with talented individuals across various functions.\nCareer Growth:\nOberto offers growth opportunities. Whether you’re starting your career or seeking advancement, we’ve got you covered.\nOBERTO HISTORY & MISSION:\nFounded in Seattle by Constantino Oberto in 1918, Oberto Snacks Inc’s future is brighter than ever. With its growing portfolio of brands, each with its own mission, purpose and army of passionate fans, Oberto continues to be one of the nation’s leading and most innovative meat snacks companies. Employing more than 700 food professionals, Oberto’s mission is to empower people to make better choices for a healthier and happier life. As a part of that mission, we strive to provide innovative, delicious, healthy, and convenient protein-packed snacks.\nABOUT THE POSITION:\nResponsible for operating machines to ensure that quality standards are consistently met, the line meets schedule attainment and line efficiency standards, the mechanical operations run smoothly an Operator 1’s can operate the following lines: Multivac, Circle 40, Shrink Tunnel, Velocity, Ultracan, Shaking, Delinking, Raw processing Continuous Line, Jerky Mixing, Batching and Spice Blend.\nSCHEDULE: 3rd Shift 8-hours per day with possible daily overtime and during peak summer/fall production.\nWAGE: Hourly range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00 per hour, with a starting range of $23.00 per hour for 3rd shift, also working a 3rd shift you will receive an additional $1.00 per hour for shift differential pay.\nPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nMay perform one or all the following job functions:\nEnsure meat, dates, tape, labels, and other supplies are correct according to product specifications. \nEnsure efficient packaging by setting up workstations correctly and effectively. \nDemonstrate leadership by directing employees to assist others where needed on other lines or rework when machines are down. \nEncourage team to be ready to start on time in the morning, after breaks and lunch.\nPerform product quality and QA checks to eliminate or reduce product waste or rework, these may include but are not limited to hourly weight or count checks, oxygen level tests, metal detection, or blade inspection.\nMaximize quality and efficiency by adjusting machines registration, sealing temperature, speed, gas levels, and slicing width.\nEncourage teamwork by informing each team member of their role and responsibility on the line and motivating team members to achieve expected hourly output.\nMaintain current records by filling out required paperwork correctly and completely throughout the run.\nAble to load and thread film on packaging lines.\nPerforms metal detection.\nPrepare work area by assembling and setting up workstations.\nEnsure that meat being batched/mixed is to specifications.\nEnsure that correct spices are used and properly recorded in a timely manner.\nMaintain housekeeping standards and account for all inedible products.\nStage spices to be used by, making sure that all foreign material (cardboard, plastic, etc.) is removed and that all proper handling procedures are followed.\nAs directed, perform basic maintenance to equipment, maintain cleanliness of equipment and clean equipment as necessary.\nEnsure proper identification of product by recording weights of tubs/totes with proper batch number and ingredient ticket weights.\nObserve machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards.\nRemove finished packaged items from machine and separate rejected items.\nStop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a lead or supervisor.\nAble to set up and adjust the check weighers.\nStock and sort product for packaging machine operation and coordinate the replenishing of packaging supplies such as film, WIP, boxes, clip strips, or ageless.\nInspect and remove defective products and packaging materials.\nManage machine change over’s including sanitizing machine for species or allergen changes.\nRun labels according to product specifications.\nEnsure that proper safety and sanitation measures are followed by instructing employees on proper company procedures and then monitoring personnel to make sure all procedures are being followed.\nEnsure smooth flow of work by monitoring production on the processing machine operation (Spice Blending, Shaking, and Delinking). Assign people to various functions of the machine and operation as needed. Maintain appropriate communication with all personnel and make decisions when necessary.\nKeep track of production as it relates to schedules and scheduling. Monitor production levels of crew and machine to ensure required production standards are met.\nFollow through on delegated tasks and assist where necessary.\nMaintain even workflow by being organized and planning and making changes as needed or directed.\nEnsure all persons on the processing machines and crew are properly trained, and time worked is properly recorded.\nEnsure accurate calibration of machines, and that machinery is in good repair. Notify lead, supervisor and, if appropriate, maintenance if machine operation is out of the scope of efficiency and safety according to prescribed standards and procedures.\nAssist lead and/or supervisor by training all new personnel, monitoring performance, and ensuring that procedures are followed.\nMaintain product integrity throughout the area of responsibility, checking product for proper materials, specifications, labeling, etc. Performs quality checks on product to ensure optimum quality.\nPerform raw material audits and check weights.\nFollow all specification sheets.\nGrind, add, and record rework keeping all items separate and properly identified.\nEnsure that meat being batched is to specifications.\nEnsure that correct spices are used and properly recorded in a timely manner.\nMaintain housekeeping standards and account for all inedible products.\nVerify that meat that is stacked on pallets is the same as batch ticket. \nUtilize team members efficiently during machine downtime by directing personnel to work on special projects or in other departments. If nothing is available, the machine operator will have crew report to department lead.Inform Management of any Food Safety or Quality issues or of any processes, which have become noncompliant with specified requirements. \nFollow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements. \nMaintain accountability to Oberto Brands Food Safety and Quality Principles.\n\nSupport the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.\nBack-up: Operator 1 is back-up for Operator Trainee.\nBack-up: Operator 1 is backed up by Operator 2, 3.\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nHigh School (minimum)\n6 months manufacturing experience preferred. \nPallet Jack experience preferred.\nLock-Out Tag-Out Certified (OJT).\nFamiliarity with HACCP (OJT), SQF preferred.\nOther Food Safety, Quality, Technical, and Regulatory Training as needs determine appropriate.\nUnderstanding and compliance with all GMPs (OJT)\nUnderstanding and compliance with all personal safety rules (OJT)\nPosition requires an understanding or food safety, quality, and SQF fundamentals provided through annual in-house and on the job training.\nAbility to work with other people in a cooperative manner.\nAbility to use discretion/judgment.\nAbility to meet deadlines.\nAbility to read specs and BOMs.\nAbility to understand weights and use basic math.\nTrouble shooting and mechanical ability.\nSpeak, Read, Write & understand English, record numbers.\nUse calculator and basic math skills.\nAbility to make quick and proper decisions.\nAbility to see packages and recognize quality.\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWork environment is that of a processing environment. This employee regularly works with hazardous machinery, materials, chemicals, wet floors and with wet equipment. This employee regularly works around high voltage, hot water, and steam\nAbility to frequently sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl\nPhysical work including climbing stairs, pulling hoses, etc.\nWilling to work in a various-temperature environment\nAbility to handle heavy objects safely and with proper body mechanics. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and routinely maneuver objects weighing up to 50 lbs.\nAbility to frequently talk, hear, and smell\nAbility to frequently reach with hands and arms; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls\nVision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus\nDuties and responsibilities described are not comprehensive and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as necessary. Roles and responsibilities typically evolve over time, reflecting growth and maturity of the business.\nABOUT OBERTO: We offer a creative, diverse, and inclusive workplace environment. We are committed to rewarding our teammates for their hard work, enthusiasm, and professional excellence.\nBENEFITS:\nExcellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short term and long-term disability, life insurance and wellness program, Flex spending account.\n401K Plan with a generous company match \n10 Paid holidays, generous paid time off, and paid sick leave.\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan Oberto with contribution match. \nEXTRA BENEFIT:\nTuition Reimbursement, and career growth opportunities\nDiscount commuter benefits.\nSafety Shoe program, and Safety Glasses program\nPaid Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave\nEmployee Assistance Program\nLegal Services, and Pet Insurance\nEmployee Referral Program \nService Award Recognition program, and Employee Recognition program.\nMatching Charity Donations \nPet Insurance\nOberto Product Discounts\nBasic membership reimbursement to Costco or Sam’s Club.\nFirst-class onsite fitness center\nReady to Join Our Snack-Tastic Team? Apply Now!\nOberto Snacks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Oberto Snacks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veterans’ status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (253) 437-6100 or by applying directly on our website at www.oberto.com/careers.com\nEEO/E-VerifyStatements:Oberto Snacks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Oberto Snacks, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program.\n**Please note, we do not engage with outside recruiters. All recruitment processes are managed internally by our Talent Acquisition team. 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