Machine Operator Austin

Machine Operator AustinAustin Texas - Austin, TX 78721OverviewPosition Type Full Time Category ProductionDescriptionAbout Fresh TexasAs the largest fresh-cut fruit and vegetable processor in South Texas, Fresh Texas has been delivering the highest quality products to our customers for over forty years. We source only the highest quality ingredients to deliver great tasting, healthy products to our customers. With exciting innovation, we keep growing!Fresh Texas is proud to offer high quality and healthy foods to our communities! Do you want to grow with a trusted and established company? We offer great career paths! Come grow with us!Job SummaryThe primary responsibility will be for performing various tasks to set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and perform limited preventive maintenance on assigned machines. Ensure compliance with standards, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements and with the General Manufacturing Practices.Responsibilities & DutiesPerform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipmentOperate/monitor multiple pieces of equipment during operation to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stopsCommunicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materialsHousekeeping and sanitationAbility to use hand tools regularlyAbility to color code barrels accuratelyAbility to complete a daily safety checklistFollow prescribed quality standardsEnsure proper handwashing and drying is doneProper use and storage of sanitation attireProper cleaning and sanitizing of equipmentEnsure proper Protective Personal Equipment is being usedAbility to read and follow recipesAssist with training other mixersPerform other duties and responsibilities as assignedSkillsMust be able to read and write English proficiently to read recipesMust be detail-orientedAbility to work independentlyFlexible, with strong teamwork orientationStrong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvementDemonstrated ability to effectively implement change.Safe a proper adherence to machine use.Remain aware of surroundings and employee use of equipment.BenefitsComplete insurance package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance.Several low-cost supplemental plans.401(k) with up to a 4% employer match.Paid holidays and generous paid time off.A variety of bonus opportunities including attendance and referral programs.Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.QualificationsQualificationsCompleted the Alchemy training courses as defined by the Production Training MatrixPhysical Requirements/Work EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focusWorking ConditionsThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.EEO StatementFresh Texas is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability status, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service or protected veteran, or other non-merit factor.