Todd Olney

Join a team that plays an important role in providing innovative solutions for today’s gardeners and growers and contributing new ideas to improve operations. In this company you need grit, it is what they were founded on over 150 years ago and is what keeps them growing. Regardless of your level in the organization there is a platform for your voice to be heard and the ability to influence change.

The Machine Operator is responsible for ensuring the production line is running to performance and quality standards, informs the heavy equipment operator to fill the shakers (mixers), performs housekeeping duties which include sweeping, and inventory management.

Need help applying? Call us at 541-967-6881!

Duties and Responsibilities for Machine Operator:

• Coordinates with the material handler and heavy equipment operator which material will be used for each machine 
• Ensures the shakers are filled to keep the flow of material to the production lines
• Ensures the correct roll stock is being used and places it on the machine
• Performs the necessary machine adjustments to ensure the quality and quantity standards are being produced
• Performs quality checks including weighing and volume checks
• Communicates with the material handler if the material should have more moisture or switched to another material
• Performs housekeeping duties to ensure the material does not accumulate under the conveyors, aisle ways and catwalks by following safety practices to avoid injuries
• Completes production documentation insuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness
• Informs the maintenance personnel of any problems in which they may encounter
• Follows safety practices to ensure their safety and the safety of others.

Skills and Qualifications for Machine Operator:

• Safe practices and procedures
• Ability to read English and or follow instructions
• Ability to work in a dusty environment, hot/cold/rainy weather
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and work on their feet for most of the day.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays

Job Details for Machine Operator:

• Temp-Hire
• Regular Shift: 3 pm - 130 a
• Will train on day shift until season ramp up
• Wage: $18.60 + $1.00 shift differential 

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