Label Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Details

Shifts : grave

Location : West Sacramento, California

Salary : $21.53-$24.58 per hour

Incumbent eligible for a $500 signing bonus payable after 6 months of continuous service

Medical benefits-eligible first of the month following 28 days of employment. All other benefits-eligible first of the month following 90 days of employment.

Benefits :

401(k) with generous Company match

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee Referral Program

Vision insurance

Position Overview : The Label Machine Operator is responsible for efficiently operating labeling equipment, and the cleaning of equipment, while maintaining high standard in safety and quality.

Language Skills : English proficiency required. Spanish is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities : None.

Amount of Travel Involved : None.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Follow all safety procedures and work as safe as possible at all times.
• Preparation of label machines for operation.
• Daily operation of label machines, which includes the startup, adjusting machine settings, changeovers, and cleaning. Monitor production line, performing visual checks for problems such as pileups, jams or glue that isn’t sticking properly.
• Perform machinery parts changeovers between different product runs which includes handling vacuum drum, feed roller, star wheels, rolling cart, etc.
• Clean conveyor, pans and lubricate machinery as needed.
• Verify work orders.
• Make adjustments to glue pattern on labels.
• Check adhesive / glue type and fill as required.
• Check glue temperature setting.
• Visual check of closures and caps (hourly).
• Visual check for proper and accurate label application (hourly).
• Check for proper and accurate bottle code (startup, hourly, after changeover).
• Operates machinery using a touch screen computer.
• Make adjustments to steam tunnel settings.
• Monitor and make adjustments to rejection system.
• Monitor and set up bottle coder.
• Operate floor scrubber.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Notify Supervisor when material / package quality issues are observed.
• Notify Supervisor / Maintenance of any equipment issues.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and interaction with customers, co-workers, and management.
• All other duties as assigned.
• General
• Work scheduled shift, weekends, and extended hours as required.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• To perform this job successfully, must be able to perform each fundamental task listed above satisfactorily.

Experience for Success :

• Ability to troubleshoot problems on label machines.
• Has foresight and understanding of process to be proactive vs. reactive.
• Takes initiative.
• Ability to train others
• Ability to understand, record and communicate product description and codes.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to read and interpret written information.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Demonstrated ability to meet productivity standards.
• Observes safety and security procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally with customers and co-workers.
• Have a strong work ethic and be able to work independently as well as working in a team.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, a professional attitude, and produces accurate work product.
• Must have a cooperative attitude.
• Must have the ability to follow-up.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Education and / or Experience :

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Three months related work experience.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be computer literate.

Behaviors & Competencies :

• Upholds mental, spiritual and physical safety
• Asks for and provides feedback
• Holds self and others accountable
• Supportive and collaborative of team members
• Participates in self-development and encourages the development of those who report / to him or her and peers
• Demonstrates flexibility and desire for growth

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the essential duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, climb up and down stairs, reach with hands and arms, grasp, pick up, lift, stand, walk, twist, and perform repetitive motions.

The employee is frequently required to balance, stoop, kneel, squat, and crawl. The employee must regular push, pull, lift 10 pounds, frequently push, pull, lift up to 30 pounds and occasionally push, pull, lift up to 50 pounds.

The employee is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as operate production machines where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach.

Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and environmental conditions.

The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, extreme heat, and must function in narrow aisles or passageways.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Manna Beverages & Ventures is an equal opportunity employer M / F / D / V