Machine Operator - Second Shift - New Oxford

Machine Operator The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe operation, monitoring, and sanitation of food processing machinery in compliance with OSHA machine safety and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) standards under 29 CFR 1910.147, food safety regulations, and company procedures. The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. The following duties are essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions: Machine Operation & Production Set up, operate, monitor, and shut down food processing machinery in accordance with SOPsLoad raw materials and remove finished products while maintaining production and quality standards Adjust machine settings within authorized parameters to ensure product specifications Monitor machine performance, product flow, and safety indicators throughout the shift Machine Safety & Lockout/Tagout (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147)Comply with the company's written Energy Control Program Perform lockout/tagout procedures before clearing jams, performing equipment cleaning beyond normal operation, maintenance, or servicing activities Apply and remove personal lock(s) and tag(s) in accordance with authorized employee training Verify zero energy state prior to beginning LOTO-covered work Never bypass, disable, or remove machine guards, interlocks, or safety devices Immediately report damaged guards, missing devices, or LOTO concerns Training & Authorization (LOTO-Specific)Complete OSHA-compliant LOTO training appropriate to assigned role (authorized, affected, or other employee) prior to performing LOTO activities Demonstrate understanding of: Types and magnitudes of hazardous energy Energy isolation and control methods Proper application, verification, and removal of LOTO devices Participate in periodic refresher training and annual LOTO audits as required Comply with retraining requirements following equipment changes, incidents, or observed deficiencies Quality & Food Safety Follow GMP, HACCP, sanitation, and allergen control requirements Perform in-process quality checks and accurately complete required documentation Prevent product contamination during operation, cleaning, and changeovers Sanitation & Housekeeping Clean and sanitize machinery and work areas per sanitation SOPsSupport allergen changeovers and pre-operational inspections Maintain an organized, safe, and sanitary workstation Documentation & Communication Complete production, downtime, sanitation, and LOTO documentation accurately Communicate equipment issues, safety concerns, or deviations to supervision immediately Attendance & Reliability Maintain regular and predictable attendance Work assigned schedules, including overtime, weekends, or holidays as required Marginal (Non-Essential) Functions Assist with training new operators Support continuous improvement initiatives Perform other production-related duties as assigned