Production Machine Operator - 1st Shift - Days Off: Tuesday & Wednesday

This role follows a 1st shift schedule, working from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM , with designated days off on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

The Machine Operator’s primary responsibility is to support the running of production equipment to ensure maximization of uptime, including being able to safely start, operate and lock out a piece of equipment. When the use of machine operation is not necessary, the machine operator will complete other production tasks as assigned. The Machine Operator is responsible for performing tasks according to standard operating procedures (SOP) and best practices (BP). Some tasks include but not limited to, operating production equipment, labeling proper packaging, portioning ingredients to their appropriate measurements, and meal bagging correct quantities as given by Production Lead.

Detailed Responsibilities

Production Equipment

Always keep safety first while using all equipment

Must complete training on Home Chef equipment and be able to show understanding on how to operate the equipment safely and efficiently

Must be able to control and adjust machine settings to include setups, calibration, cleaning, etc.

Conducts basic troubleshooting on equipment

Periodically test the operation of machines and fix issues that might occur during the shift

Completes standard equipment set up and product changeovers without the assistance of maintenance techs

Must be able to inspect output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws

Labeling, Portioning & Meal Bagging

Follows direction from Supervisor, Machine Lead to fulfill production requirements

Labels packaging at the standard average rate

Portions ingredients using proper measuring utensils Applies attention to detail while picking ingredients in the meal bag process

Transitions between tasks when needed

Collects production data

Shipping

Must work at a fast pace with attention to detail

Must work as a team to reach shipping goals

GMP

Required to follow all GMPs while onsite at the facilities

Must keep work area clean at all times and assist in EOD clean ups

Safety

Follows all lock out tag out procedures and refrains from using machine when locked or tagged out

Follows all procedures for safe operation of machinery

General Responsibilities

Must be able to submit progress of his/her production throughout the shift

Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility

Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs

This position requires 0% travel.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

HS Diploma preferred but not required

6+ months of production/warehouse environment preferred

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with others as a team

More About Us

Perks and benefits

Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available

Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time

401k program

Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses

How We Work Together

• We are humble team players.
• We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

• We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
• We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.

• We take ownership.
• We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at [email protected] .

Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off.

Illinois Pay Range

$22.75 — $22.75 USD

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