Chopper Tank Operator | Chilled Juice

Description Make a Difference in YOUR Career Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? Responsibilities of the Chopper Tank Operator: Operating assigned machines and all other associated work including; preventative maintenance, machine changeovers, adjusting for operational efficiency, and assist other operators as necessary. Startup machine and observes operation to detect malfunctions. Perform best practice quality checks. Identify and report defective materials. Maintain awareness of your area for possible hazards such as loose wires, loose parts, scattered tools, puddled juice or water, loose cording from cap pallets, open knives, bottles laying around moving parts of star wheel assembly. During downtime take care of accumulating rework. Manually record data as required, charting necessary process adjustments based on data findings. Ensure quality checks and procedures are complete. Responsible for cleaning and sanitation of all equipment. Observe all safety procedures. Completing required documentation to maintain packaging specs. Verify such specs as cap torque, stream pressure, container fill temperature, fill weights, codes. etc. Determine causes of downtime and document it on the downtime sheet. Reports food safety and quality problems to Plant Management and SQFP to initiate action. Requirements: High School Diploma/GED preferred. Machine operations within a manufacturing environment preferred. Demonstrated ability to understand units of measure and record information. Ability to work any shift assigned. Ability to read, comprehend, and following written work related instructions. Effective verbal communication skills. Ability to work without close supervision. Willingness and ability to cooperate with and work well with others. Ability to track and record production information as necessary. Ability to move 50 gallon drums weighting 400 to 500 pounds on pallets and conveyors. Physical Demands: This position will require the candidate to be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. This position will require continuously standing and/or walking. Exposure to fish emulsions (a known allergen). A Career with Refresco Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include: Medical/dental/vision insurance Life insurance 401(k) savings plan with company match Paid holidays and vacation Well-being benefits Discount programs Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER Equal Opportunity Employer Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.