Machine Operator Filling (3rd Shift)

Job DetailsJob Location: Everett Plant - Everett, WA 98203Salary Range: $20.77 - $22.77 HourlyKey Responsibilities: 

Performs operations of machines, including troubleshooting, cleanup, setup, quality control, and waste control. Flows to work 

Performs weight and waste tracking 

Effectively delivers residual to manual line 

Organizes and maintains all tools and scales 

Sanitation of equipment is required  

Follows department escalation to ensure all major incidents are dealt with promptly 

Trains peers and temporary workers on processes and machine operation within the department 

Make sure down time is getting entered into the HMI with clear explanations of what happened 

Performs data sheet checks and ensures completion of data sheet 

Organizes and maintains all tools and scales 

Perform tasks to support other departments when directed 

Actively participates in shift hand off  

Works with team towards meeting Filling metrics to drive goals and sustainability of the teams, this to be done through resource alignment, planning ahead for changeovers, looking ahead to optimize the schedule, empowering the teams to drive communication and tight tracking of loss through each process order 

Other duties as assigned by Team leader or Business Unit Leader 

Qualifications and Experience 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry 

Must be available to work overtime and weekends 

Technical Experience:  

Ability to learn system logic and operate HMI/control panels and fine tune equipment for minor and major adjustments 

Required attributes 

Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward  

Positive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success of the team  

Able to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders 

Creative problem-solving skills 

Obsessive attention to detail, well organized and able to juggle many projects at once 

Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments 

Passionate about food  

Willing to address difficult situations head on with patience and respect 

As A Leader Within the Kettle Cuisine Team You Are Expected To:  

Model and support Kettle’s Core Values and safety culture  

Create a culture of accountability & performance 

Drive a focus on quality and continuous improvement 

Plan work, track results and resolve variances 

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY 

Works with little supervision, but work is reviewed. Exercises discretion within areas of responsibility. 

Recommends actions and alternatives to supervisor and others. 

Position has little to no contact with customers. 

Position makes indirect contribution to efforts that generate moderate levels of revenue. 

Decisions or actions may have a moderate impact on other departments and/or external relationships of the organization. Errors are usually detected after the fact and may result in moderate interruption and delays in work output. 

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Corporate Trainer encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

Physical Demands/Efforts 

Extensive standing 

Repetitive motion (hands/wrists) 

Climb and balance 

Work requires occasional physical exertion, including some lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. 

Mental & Visual Demands 

Work performed by this position requires moderate concentration to effectively execute moderately complex tasks. 

Work occasionally requires some degree of visual effort for periods of time. 

Work Environment and Hazards 

Employee works in a manufacturing setting with some exposure to heat, cold, dust, or other factors of minor inconvenience. 

The position has some exposure to hazards that might cause minor injury. 

Less than 25% travel is required for this position. Travel would be to other sites via airplane 

Corporate Trainer must have availability and flexibility to work different shifts and days, sometimes for weeks at a time, to provide support and training to all of our employees.  May need to work weekends or overtime as required. 

Qualifications