{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d1ea7d3ce04ccfd95302815d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d1ea7d3ce04ccfd95302815d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d1ea7d3ce04ccfd95302815d","title":"Machine Operator II","description":"Machine Operator IIJob Category : Operations Requisition Number : MACHI012471\r\nPosted : April 16, 2026Full-Time\r\nOn-site\r\nWaco | Waco Waco, TX 76712, USA\r\nJob DetailsDescription\r\nMake a Difference in YOUR Career!\r\nOur vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.\r\nWe are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. 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.\r\nOur 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.\r\nStop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?\r\nEssential Job Functions:\r\nAdhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts)\r\nResponsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).\r\nPossesses a practical understanding of SQF and HACCP and can address inquiries related to both.\r\nAbility to read, comprehend, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule, effectively communicate issues or deviations with the appropriate parties and respond to inquiries.\r\nMaintain production flow of machine(s) by monitoring downstream and upstream issues, supplying raw materials to the equipment, and performing minor servicing if and when needed.\r\nFollow all Quality Assurance and Production line standard operating procedures.\r\nFollow standard operating procedures to perform equipment changeovers; ability to read imperial and metric measurements.\r\nCompletely and accurately record all necessary information for production and quality records. Keep accurate downtime reports and documentation.\r\nResponsible for performing equipment and general sanitation in your work area or as assigned by leadership.\r\nWork closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, and reduce waste.\r\nAbility to accurately identify raw material defects that could impact production quality, reduce efficiencies, and increase waste.\r\nMay assist in training new employees.\r\nAbility to understand visual and auditory cues to identify production or machine related issues.\r\nPerform minor machine maintenance as well as daily and weekly preventive maintenance as required.\r\nPerform any other duties assigned by leadership including but not limited to cross training, general and plant sanitation, inventory management, training, etc.\r\nRequired Skills:\r\nExperience in a high-speed beverage production environment required. Ability to independently and efficiently operate and troubleshoot required manufacturing equipment.\r\nDemonstrates the ability to gain a firm understanding of production machinery/forklifts, including an awareness of technical issues.\r\nAbility to work quickly and accurately under pressure.\r\nAdeptness in basic mathematical abilities.\r\nSkill in understanding and interpreting gauges, thermometers, and weight measurements.\r\nFormal training in areas such as WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. preferred.\r\nForklift certification may be required.\r\nCompetencies:\r\nProblem-Solving Skillsability to troubleshoot machinery and production issues efficiently, collaborating with others to resolve complex issues.\r\nTeamworkCollaboration with coworkers to achieve production targets, support for team members, and contribution to a positive work environment.\r\nDocumentation Skillsaccurate recording of production data, completion of required paperwork or electronic documentation, and maintenance of organized records.\r\nSafety Awarenessknowledge of safety protocols, hazard identification, and adherence to safety regulations at all times. Timely and accurately completes monthly Alchemy and all additional required training.\r\nCommunication SkillsEffective verbal and written communication with team members and supervisors, reporting issues accurately, and collaborating to ensure smooth workflow. Follows equipment down-time escalation process schedule.\r\nEducation and Experience:\r\nHigh School Certification or equivalent.\r\n1-3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.\r\nWorking Conditions:\r\nWork Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.\r\nWork Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised, with clear production targets and schedules to meet.\r\nTravel Requirements:\r\n0% travel anticipated.\r\nPhysical Requirements:\r\nR = Rarely (0-15%) O = Occasionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%)\r\nPhysical Demand - R - O - F\r\nStand - X\r\nStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl - X\r\nLifting 50 lbs. (minimum lbs lifted 15lbs) - X\r\nCarry weight, lift - X\r\nWalking - X\r\nPush/Pull - X\r\nDriving (Forklift) - X\r\nClimb (stairs/ladders) or balance - X\r\nVisual/SensoryThis position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.\r\nCoordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment.\r\nMental StressThere is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.\r\nOther Duties:\r\nThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.\r\nA Career with Refresco\r\nRefresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:\r\nMedical/dental/vision insurance\r\nLife insurance\r\n401(k) savings plan with company match\r\nPaid holidays and vacation\r\nWell-being benefits\r\nDiscount programs\r\nJoin Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!\r\nAny employment agency, person, or entity that submits a rsum to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's rsum will become the property of Refresco Beverages US, Inc. Refresco Beverages, US Inc., will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.\r\nEmployment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages US, Inc., and have been engaged in a search shall submit a rsum to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit a rsum to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.\r\nRefresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. 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.\r\nOur 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.\r\nStop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?\r\nEssential Job Functions:\r\nAdhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts)\r\nResponsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. 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Keep accurate downtime reports and documentation.\r\nResponsible for performing equipment and general sanitation in your work area or as assigned by leadership.\r\nWork closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, and reduce waste.\r\nAbility to accurately identify raw material defects that could impact production quality, reduce efficiencies, and increase waste.\r\nMay assist in training new employees.\r\nAbility to understand visual and auditory cues to identify production or machine related issues.\r\nPerform minor machine maintenance as well as daily and weekly preventive maintenance as required.\r\nPerform any other duties assigned by leadership including but not limited to cross training, general and plant sanitation, inventory management, training, etc.\r\nRequired Skills:\r\nExperience in a high-speed beverage production environment required. Ability to independently and efficiently operate and troubleshoot required manufacturing equipment.\r\nDemonstrates the ability to gain a firm understanding of production machinery/forklifts, including an awareness of technical issues.\r\nAbility to work quickly and accurately under pressure.\r\nAdeptness in basic mathematical abilities.\r\nSkill in understanding and interpreting gauges, thermometers, and weight measurements.\r\nFormal training in areas such as WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. preferred.\r\nForklift certification may be required.\r\nCompetencies:\r\nProblem-Solving Skillsability to troubleshoot machinery and production issues efficiently, collaborating with others to resolve complex issues.\r\nTeamworkCollaboration with coworkers to achieve production targets, support for team members, and contribution to a positive work environment.\r\nDocumentation Skillsaccurate recording of production data, completion of required paperwork or electronic documentation, and maintenance of organized records.\r\nSafety Awarenessknowledge of safety protocols, hazard identification, and adherence to safety regulations at all times. Timely and accurately completes monthly Alchemy and all additional required training.\r\nCommunication SkillsEffective verbal and written communication with team members and supervisors, reporting issues accurately, and collaborating to ensure smooth workflow. Follows equipment down-time escalation process schedule.\r\nEducation and Experience:\r\nHigh School Certification or equivalent.\r\n1-3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.\r\nWorking Conditions:\r\nWork Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.\r\nWork Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised, with clear production targets and schedules to meet.\r\nTravel Requirements:\r\n0% travel anticipated.\r\nPhysical Requirements:\r\nR = Rarely (0-15%) O = Occasionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%)\r\nPhysical Demand - R - O - F\r\nStand - X\r\nStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl - X\r\nLifting 50 lbs. 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Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.\r\nA Career with Refresco\r\nRefresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:\r\nMedical/dental/vision insurance\r\nLife insurance\r\n401(k) savings plan with company match\r\nPaid holidays and vacation\r\nWell-being benefits\r\nDiscount programs\r\nJoin Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!\r\nAny employment agency, person, or entity that submits a rsum to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's rsum will become the property of Refresco Beverages US, Inc. Refresco Beverages, US Inc., will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.\r\nEmployment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages US, Inc., and have been engaged in a search shall submit a rsum to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit a rsum to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.\r\nRefresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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