Full-time Regular
JOB SUMMARY:
The Machine Operator at the giblet room prepares and maintains machine operation during the production process.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may be assigned.
• Operates machine while adhering to any safety measures that the machine may require
• Responsible for producing product according to schedule and customer needs
• Take a proactive role in assuring safe, quality products are produced by immediately addressing any safety or quality concerns
• Additional duties may be assigned at the request by the Supervisors.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
N/A
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE :
• High Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three months of experience and/or training; or the combination equivalent of both education and experience.
• 6-12 months of employment history required for position.
LANGUAGE SKILLS :
For the individual to be successful in this department, they must possess the ability to communicate effectively with fellow team members (English) . Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals . Must possess basic computer skills as well as have a strong attention to detail. The individual must be able to perform all required duties under minimal supervision.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
COMPUTER SKILLS :
Understanding personal computer applications and tools.
FOOD SAFETY:
Take a proactive role in assuring safe, quality products are produced by immediately addressing any safety or quality concerns.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must have a valid driver’s License.
OTHER SKILLS AND QULIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Understanding of the Company’s philosophy and Values.
Housekeeping
Maintains clean and orderly conditions in his work area. Encourages proper housekeeping habits among others.
Cleanliness
Practices the habit of good personal grooming and cleanliness. Wear’s clothing in keeping with his position and which will project a desirable company image.
Morale
Promotes good company/employee relations. Maintains a high level of employee morale by use of good human relations techniques in his associations with fellow employees.
Communications
Practices good communications habits.  Keeps supervisor informed of trends and problems.
Costs and Waste
Reviews continually the factors affecting administrative and operating costs of his function.  Takes or recommends action necessary to keep costs consistent with departmental and company objectives . Strives to eliminate or minimize damage and waste.
Confidential Matters
Maintains necessary security in matters of a confidential nature.  Does not release information concerning company business without proper authorization.
Methods
Makes method improvements that will enhance the effectiveness of his function.
Cooperation
Coordinates his activities with other individuals, departments, and organizations.  Cooperates fully with others in the attainment of company-wide objectives .
Records
Maintains the necessary records of activities in his function.
Personal Development
Makes use of all available tools and materials for self-improvement.
Policies and Procedures
Carries out these duties and responsibilities in conformance with company policies, procedures, directives, and other information available for his guidance in addition to verbal instructions from his immediate supervisor.
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 duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 50 up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is regularly exposed to wet/or humid conditions, risk of electrical shock and vibration.