Machine Operator

Alsum Farms Friesland, Wisconsin, United States Manufacturing

About this position

Description:

Operate a specific grading and/or packaging area and interact with other production groups for the efficient flow and packaging of fresh produce. Always improving. Always serving. Always winning together. Exceeding expectations every day.


Requirements:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Set up machinery for daily production activity
  • Clean off all equipment and perform any daily maintenance procedures as instructed by the maintenance department
  • Monitor quality of all produce handled or packaged by your crew
  • Check weights and counts of finished product packaged throughout the day to ensure all packages meet minimum weight and count specifications
  • Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Education and Experience:

  • Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain equipment in a safe, efficient, and careful manner

Job Details:

Job Type: Regular Full-Time

Job Schedule: Monday through Friday 5:45am - 2:00pm (Start and end times may vary based on production demands)

Work Location: Friesland, WI


Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Self-motivated and able to function as part of a team
  • Ability to comprehend and follow directions and to communicate and keep daily records
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software


Physical and Environmental Demands:

  • Must be able to climb stationary ladders
  • Prolonged periods standing and moving throughout the facility
  • Must be able to move, carry, and lift 75 pounds at times
  • Must wear safety glasses and hearing protection in designated areas

 

Alsum Benefits:

Alsum Farms & Produce offers its full-time (30 hours or more) employees:

  • Employer contributed health plan
  • Employer paid life insurance
  • Voluntary dental, life, disability, and vision insurance
  • Onsite fitness center
  • Vacation and holiday pay
  • Profit sharing
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee discounts
  • Educational assistance program

 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace