Machine Operator 1 (1st Shift)

Schedule: Monday - Friday: 6AM - 2:30PMPay Rate: $17.60Want to learn more about being a Machine Operator at Royal Cup? Click hereSUMMARY:The Machine Operator 1 reports to the Packaging Manager and is responsible for performing a variety of tasks associated with our processing and packaging process for coffee and teaSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:NoneKEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Willing to learn how to operate all packaging equipment on the production floorMindful of and adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), quality and food safety requirementsAlways be alert, mindful and successfully identify when the following quality control measures are needed and follow through as required to resolve by completing the following but not limited to:Recognize when there is a heat problem and adjust heat as neededPut tape on the tape machine and adjust as needed for different productsPut case labels in the computer and thread the label through the label makerChange the case countSetup film registration as needed and adjust for package appearanceEnter pack print info into pack printer, thread pack printer, and adjust pack printer on pack for proper alignmentThread valves through valve applier, adjust valve on packs as needed for package appearancePerform quality checks during the run, weights, seals, and appearance of packageEnsure all bottles are presentable and sealed tightlyEnsure all labels are as straight as possible when applying to casesEnsure all pallets are stacked as straight as possibleStrict adherence to all company policiesAll other duties as assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The ability to maintain a good attendance record per company policyMust have basic reasoning abilities, to include:Applying common sense in carrying out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructionsAbility to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situationsAbility, beyond basic skill performance levels with Reading, Writing, Mathematical & Computer Functions, to include:Ability to read, write and interpret basic correspondence, including daily production line sheets, operator check off sheets, machine operating instructions, safety instructions and any training materials (including safety instructions for forklifts and hand jacks)Ability to understand the data line sheet system and fill out all appropriate paperworkAbility to perform simple mathematical calculations: add, subtract and multiply using units of American currency and weight measurement, volume, and distanceBasic inputs into computer via keyboard and bar code scans into computer systemThe ability to successfully complete the pre-employment processPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma (or an equivalent such as a GED) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to safely climb up and down stairs and stand and walk for extended periods of timeAbility to use hand tools and fingering/handling to operate buttons/levers of equipment to perform quality checks during the run, weights, seals, and appearance of package by squeezing and physically handling packsAbility to lift up to 35lbs and carry 25lbsAbility to stoop, kneel, crouch, squat and other movements as needed to stack product and to clean/maintain equipmentAbility to balance and reach up and forward up to 48’’ and overhead up to 84’’ to access equipment, machinery, or productMust be at least hand jack certified or willing to train and acquire proper certification to prove safe operation. Any forklift certification (Standup, Reach, sit down) is a plusAbility to work within the work environment characteristics experienced while performing the essential functions for this job.Frequently working near production machinery and occasionally near hand jacks or forkliftsFrequently working in an environment with variable temperaturesCOMPANY PROFILE:Royal Cup, Inc. is the proven leader in sourcing, roasting, blending, and distributing high-quality coffees and fine teas since 1896 and is the chosen partner for restaurants, hotels, offices, and commuters across the country. We are a family-owned business rooted in a longstanding tradition of coffee roasting excellence that takes pride in our unparalleled dedication to customer care.We are a large, privately held national importer, roaster, and distributor of coffees, teas, and related products that have been in business for more than 125 years. Royal Cup, Inc. currently provides products, equipment, and service to restaurants, hotels, convenience stores, businesses, and individuals throughout the United States, and we are growing!At Royal Cup, Inc. having a customer-centric focus is not simply a motto; our employees believe we each have a responsibility to provide outstanding service to our customers. Our customer-centric focus results in actions we live by that not only retain our current customer base but grow our presence with new, high-impact accounts across the country based on exceptional products and service.We believe serving our customers well, serves us well. We are results-oriented and strive to not only retain our current customer base but grow our presence with new, high-impact accounts across the country by offering exceptional products and service.Royal Cup Coffee and Tea strives to be sustainably minded and a good corporate steward in all business endeavors. It is also what others expect of us – our employees, our customers and vendors, our local communities, and the coffee and tea industry we help represent. This mindset permeates the actions we take today for tomorrow.BENEFITS:Royal Cup Coffee offers a competitive compensation plan and a comprehensive benefits program. On top of being a part of a well-caffeinated team, the benefits program includes healthcare, dental, vision, 401(k), company-paid life and disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account plan, select tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, remote work opportunities, paid holidays, and vacation time. We also provide ongoing training that is designed to provide maximum success for our employees.Royal Cup is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at 1-800-366-5836.