Operator 1 - 1st Shift

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®.  ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW 

The Operator is responsible for tending a machine that performs one or more packaging functions such as filling, marking, labeling, banding, tying, packing, or wrapping containers by performing the following duties. 

This position requires the flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and overtime, as needed. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs. 

ROBUST BENEFIT PACKAGE: 

• Medical, dental, vision insurance 
• Life Insurance 

• Disability insurance 
• Pet insurance 
• Critical care insurance 
• Accident insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• 401k with match 
• Quarterly bonus program 
• Vacation – 3 weeks/calendar year (prorated on start date) 
• 9 Paid holidays 
• Paid sick time 
• Training & career growth opportunities 
• Plus, more! 

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Responsible for machine start up and observation of possible malfunctions 
• Reports malfunctions to supervisor and makes minor adjustments or repairs (i.e. opening valves) 
• Feeds product to conveyors, hoppers, or other feeding devices; performs all necessary actions to operate machine; unloads finished good. 
• Performs quality control by inspecting filled containers to ensure product is packed to spec. and checking labels/stencils for correct lot number or shipping destination 
• Completes all necessary paperwork 
• Replenishes packaging supplies as necessary 
• Open to cross-functional training in all areas of operation 
• Work effectively and ensure that food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality are maintained. 
• Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action. 
• All other duties as assigned 

WORK EXPERIENCES 

• Food manufacturing experience preferred 
• 1-3 years’ experience in manufacturing or similar industry preferred 
• Prior experience troubleshooting equipment 
• Prior experience operating a forklift preferred 

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 

• HS Diploma or GED preferred but not required 

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES) 

• Must be able to continuously lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50 pounds 
• Must possess great attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced industrial environment 
• Must be able to understand verbal and written English 
• Results focused and detailed oriented 
• Ability to work well with others 
• Flexibility to perform other duties when necessary 

COMPENSATION 

• Hourly pay rate: $19.00 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.