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Urban Farmer

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<div><div><div><div><div>Overview:&nbsp;Urban Farmer is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join our dynamic and fast-growing team. This role requires hands-on proficiency with advanced food manufacturing, processing, and packaging equipment, including Texwrap Systems, ADCO, JDD Bagger, Inline Pressing System, VEMAG Extruder, and additional high-performance production machinery. The ideal candidate will ensure efficient machine operation, uphold quality and safety standards, minimize downtime, and support high-volume production goals within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:<div style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;list-style-type: disc;"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Operate Specialized Food Manufacturing Equipment:<ol style="margin-bottom: 0in;list-style-type: circle;"><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>VEMAG &ndash; Extruder :&nbsp;Operate the VEMAG dough portioning machine to accurately divide and deposit dough, ensuring consistent weights, improved efficiency, and reliable support for high-volume production needs.</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>Crimper Machine:&nbsp;Operate the crimper machine to form and seal pizza snacks by accurately crimping dough edges, ensuring proper fill, tight seals, and consistent product quality in high-volume production</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>JDD Bagger:&nbsp;Operate the JDD bagger to accurately package product into bags, ensuring proper sealing, coding and consistent fill weights to support efficient, high-volume production.</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>Inline Pressing System:&nbsp;Operate and monitor the Inline Pressing System designed for high-volume dough processing. This system automatically feeds dough balls, positions them onto conveyors, and uses heated or hydraulic presses to flatten dough into consistent crusts or sheets. Manage line speed, pressure settings, temperature zones, and alignment of dough entering and exiting the press. Ensure product uniformity in thickness and diameter, while troubleshooting issues such as sticking, misshaping, or press misalignment to maintain continuous production efficiency.</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>Industrial Ovens:&nbsp;Operate and monitor industrial ovens to ensure precise baking temperatures, consistent product quality, and proper throughput to meet high-volume production demands.</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>Freezer:&nbsp;Operate and monitor the freezer system to ensure proper product freezing, temperature control, and inventory flow while maintaining food safety and quality standards in a high-volume production environment.</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>Texwrap Systems:&nbsp;Manage a range of automatic standard and custom shrink wrapping systems, including shrink wrappers, shrink bundlers, L-bar sealers, side sealers, tunnels, infeeds, and conveyors, ensuring high efficiency and precision in packaging.</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>ADCO Manufacturing Company:&nbsp;Operate ADCO&rsquo;s automated packaging machines, including cartoners tailored for a variety of industries such as frozen foods, baked goods, and ready-to-eat meals. Ensure the optimal performance and troubleshooting of these end-of-line packaging solutions</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>Combi Automated Case Erectors:&nbsp;Operate Combi automated case erectors to increase efficiency and consistently build cases for end-of-line packaging, meeting high production needs.</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>Coding &amp; Label Applicator Machine:&nbsp;Operate the coding and label applicator to apply accurate product codes, dates, and labels to cases and packaging, ensuring proper placement, legibility, and compliance with traceability requirements.</li><li style='margin-top: 0in;margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0in;font-size:16px;font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;'>3M Tapper Machine:&nbsp;Operate the 3M tapper (case taper) machine to securely seal cases with consistent tape application, ensuring proper adhesion, packaging integrity, and efficient end-of-line flow.</li></ol></li></ul></div>&nbsp;Maintenance and Troubleshooting:<div style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;list-style-type: disc;"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Conduct regular operator checks and perform minor repairs to prevent equipment malfunctions and prolong machinery life.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Troubleshoot mechanical issues swiftly and efficiently, minimizing downtime and optimizing productivity.</li></ul></div>Quality Control:<div style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;list-style-type: disc;"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Rigorously perform quality control checks, including verifying seal integrity, checking code dates, and ensuring each product meets strict company and regulatory standards.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Adjust machine settings to correct any deviations from product specifications, maintaining a relentless focus on producing high-quality food products.</li></ul></div>Documentation and Record Keeping:<div style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;list-style-type: disc;"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Accurately record production data such as output volumes, batch timings, and machine settings, ensuring transparency and traceability in production processes.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Complete all required documentation related to quality assurance and production tracking, aiding in compliance and operational reviews.</li></ul></div>Team Collaboration and Communication:<div style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;list-style-type: disc;"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Work closely with other team members and departments to optimize production line efficiency and output.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Communicate effectively with supervisors and quality control teams to address any concerns about food safety or machine performance.</li></ul></div>Safety and Compliance:<div style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;list-style-type: disc;"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Adhere to all workplace safety guidelines, food safety regulations, and good manufacturing practices (GMPs), ensuring a safe and healthy work environment.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Promptly report any potential safety hazards or breaches in compliance to management or safety officers.</li></ul></div>Qualification Requirements:<div style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;list-style-type: disc;"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in mechanical equipment preferred.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Strong understanding of mechanical devices, troubleshooting skills, and ability to perform routine maintenance.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Bilingual is a plus.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Must have completed GMPs and company food safety programs training.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Must have good mathematical skills.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Ability to read and follow instructions.</li></ul></div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Physical Demands:<ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Compliance with safety requirements, including PPE such as safety footwear, hearing protection, and safety glasses.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Capability to work in variable temperatures and handle physical tasks like lifting up to 50 lbs.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Standing or walking for extended periods and maneuvering around equipment.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div>
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3rd Shift Bakery - Machine Operator

Machine Operator

High school diploma or equivalent; mechanical troubleshooting; ability to operate and maintain complex food processing equipment; good communication; bilingual is a plus.

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Job Description:</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Shift: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm Operators are system experts in their assigned area and are highly functional in multiple areas. Operators must also ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Functions as a member of an area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. Operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Operators must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires Strong Communication, Interpersonal and Team Building skills to support site objectives. Functions include but are not limited to perform changeovers as needed, perform period deep cleanings, maintain supplies for your designated work area, properly fill out all paperwork and perform all cleaning/inspection/lubrication tasks (CIL&#39;S). This is all to be performed while adhering to and encouraging the Five Principles of Mars.<h1>What are we looking for?</h1>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Minimum:  Grade 12 or High School diploma, or equivalent.</li><li>Preferred:  Associates degree, or higher, in an engineering or manufacturing related discipline.</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Preferred: Two (2) or more years of experience in a food related manufacturing environment with automated processes, including PLC/HMI. Experience in a lean manufacturing environment or equivalent is preferred.</li><li>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:</li><li>Minimum: Medium: math, communications, computer, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Preferred: Strong: math, communication, computer, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Experience in a TPM environment.</li></ul>Physical Requirements:<ul><li>Frequent pushing, pulling, dumping and rolling of barrels (25-105 kgs)</li><li>Frequent clean out of extruders, cooling tunnel and conveyor systems using scraping tools</li><li>Frequent lifting/carrying of materials</li><li>Frequent standing</li><li>Frequent use of moving of skids using a pallet jack or forklift</li><li>Frequent walking</li><li>Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling</li><li>Frequent stooping and bending</li></ul>What will be your key responsibilities?ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe primary function of the incumbent is to operate all equipment in the assigned work area while ensuring all quality, safety and performance standards are being met. The incumbent will be responsible for:<ul><li>Communicate effectively with team leader and peers.</li><li>Be responsible for following proper escalation protocol.</li><li>Be responsible for filling out all HACCP and military sheets correctly</li><li>Encourage and support a safe working environment.</li><li>Ensure the manufacturing area is kept clean and organized at all times in accordance with 5S standards.</li><li>Perform cleanouts and changeovers according to standards (i.e. work instructions and checklist).</li><li>Actively participate in TPM (Total Productive Management) teams</li></ul>DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY, RECOMMENDATIONS AND IMPACT<ul><li>Incumbent will have the ability to stop the process after a non-conformance is noticed while following the proper escalation protocol.</li><li>Incumbent is also responsible for identifying and implementing improvement opportunities and making recommendations to their team lead.</li></ul><h1>What can you expect from Mars?</h1><ul><li>Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.</li><li>Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.</li><li>Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.</li><li>An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.</li></ul>The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 22.50 - USD 30.93

Machine Operator (2nd Shift - $1,500 Sign on Bonus)

High School diploma; 2+ years in food manufacturing with automated processes; PLC/HMI; TPM; strong math and communication.

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