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Full-time
DescriptionDescription
Mt. Olive Pickle Company is seeking qualified candidates for a skilled and motivated Packing Operator Mechanic Lead to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on mechanical work, thrives in a fast-paced production environment, and is ready to take on a leadership position. The Lead will assist the supervisor with overseeing daily machine operations, support operators on the floor, troubleshoot equipment issues, and help drive safety, quality, and efficiency across the shift.
Work Schedule: Monday - Saturday (during peak season), 5:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. schedule may vary based on the needs of the departmentSummary**Qualified by successful completion of certified training modules and methods to set up, operate and maintain all qualified pieces of equipment for assigned inside production departments. Under the supervision of the supervisor, coordinates work and resolves production and equipment problems for assigned inside production departments (Cutting, Packing, Capping, Finished goods)
Duties And ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions
Other Duties* Assumes some duties of Supervisor in his/her absence. * Assists in training and monitoring progress of employees in department. * Assumes responsibilities of Operator Mechanic, Time Keeper and Staffer when needed. * Records weekly inventory of department supplies. * Performs grinding and sheet metal operations in minor fabrication projects. * Operates forklift occasionally in some job tasks. * Participates in training, employee meetings, committees, project teams, etc. as appropriate. * Receives verbal and written instructions from supervisor on above tasks and performs other work as directed by supervisor.
Benefits401(k)
401(k) matching
Profit Sharing
Dental Insurance
Employee Discount
Flexible spending account
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time-Off
Referral Program
Vision Insurance
Mt. Olive Pickle Co., Inc. is an Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabilities.
RequirementsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesIs not a supervisor, but has certain responsibilities in leading others in the department. Will assume some supervisor duties in his/her absence.
Machines, Equipment, Tools UsedWill vary by machine and assigned department. Machinery includes, but is not limited to, conveyors, labelers, printers, case jets, tamper evident banding machinery, tray formers, inserters, fillers, palletizers, shrink wrappers, case packers, pumps, cutting machinery, cappers, fillers, color sorters, blanchers and pasteurizers. Some machinery may have multiple functions, be computerized, and/or have robotic components. Tools may include basic hand tools, scan gun and measuring devices. Forklift.
Physical DemandsStooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerate degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
Work EnvironmentWorks inside, subject to some seasonal temperature variation and intermittent wetting from
some job tasks. Some contact with grease, ink, dust and glue. Fumes from hot pepper, ink,
glue and forklifts. Earplugs required due to irritating machinery noise. Head cover and beard cover required. Steel toed shoes required.
Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesHigh school or equivalency needed. Additional trades training a strong plus. Must successfully complete company training modules for all pieces of qualified equipment. Ability to speak, read and write English required. Uses mathematical skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions in sizing materials, computing amount of material needed, reporting time, etc. Uses mathematics together with complicated equipment diagrams, specifications, charts, tables, and various types of precision measuring instruments. Must be able to work independently, to plan sequence of and make decisions concerning mathematical and equipment procedures and to perform any of the tasks listed above. Must be able to learn new technology and instruct Operator Mechanics of lesser skill or experience. Intermediate level computer skills needed. CRC (Bronze level or higher) a plus.
