Machine Operator 1

The purpose of the Pre Cut Machine Operator is to be a multifunctional production employee which includes the ability to produce KPCs entire machine cut packaging line using proper production methods. One of the main of objectives is to produce high volume, excellent quality machine cut fruits and vegetables. They are also required to have a high level of product knowledge and quality standards with minimal supervision from the Pre Cut Supervisor or Manager. They are also responsible for standard food service work including proper sanitation duties within the Pre Cut Department.

Essential Job Functions:

• Produce specialty machine cut products from the Pre-Cut product line.             
• Unprocessed product knowledge of each product in the Pre-cut product line.
• Maintain Pre-Cut high-quality standards, cut sizes, consistency, color, and ripeness of the finished product.        
• Attention to food safety, sanitation, and operational safety, working with industrial food processing equipment. Cross functional knowledge of daily production operation.

• Be able to work with minimal supervision, ask for and accept supervisor’s instructions as needed.

Working Conditions/Job Environment:          

Degree of physical demands usually associated with this position are:

• Requires repeated stooping and bending. 
• Frequent lifting and carrying boxed/bagged, and tubs of fruits and vegetables, up to 60 lbs.
• Requires continuous standing for extended periods of time.

Environmental conditions (physical surroundings and hazards) usually associated with this position are:

• Working in a 38-degree (F) processing area for 8-12 hours.
• Working in a damp environment for 8-12 hours.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-4 years in the food preparation / food processing field preferably in the produce industry
• Advanced knowledge of General Manufacturing Practices and procedures within a produce food preparation field
• Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job under moderate to limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-4 years in the food preparation / food processing field preferably in the produce industry
• Advanced knowledge of General Manufacturing Practices and procedures within a produce food preparation field

Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job under moderate to limited supervision. Bi-lingual preferred