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HP Hood LLC · 14 hours ago

Machine Tender 2nd Shift

Suffield, CT

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$24.46/hr - $27/hr

HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States, and they are seeking a Machine Tender for their 2nd shift operations. The role involves maintaining and operating support equipment related to filling operations to ensure efficient production processes.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingOrganic

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Properly form bulk cans in such a manner as to supply bulk can filler at all times

Add designated lids to lid descrambler on scround/quart lines and ensure proper operation to supply filler at all times

Calculate usage rates and operate ingredient feeder and variegate following SOP’s to ensure proper type and quantities of ingredients and variegates are consistently added into ice cream

Assist in operation of banding machines and change rolls as needed

Assist in disassembly, cleaning, and assembly of ingredient feeders, variegate systems, and other related equipment

Verify metal detectors are operating properly and complete documentation according to SOP’s

Operate bundler in such a manner as to ensure a consistent/quality wrap is being applied to containers. Change rolls as necessary

Palletize product if necessary to maintain production, e.g. during temporary breakdowns in hardening systems

Assist filler operator during flavor changes and when problems arise in order to maximize productivity and quality of the work center

Pack sandwich boxes into sleeves, and ensure finished cases are properly coded and shrink wrapped

Operate PIT to move packaging and material in and out of work centers

Maintain a clean and safe work area, as well as clean and safe work practices at all times. This includes removal and disposal of all trash and cardboard as well as removal and disposition of rework and scrap barrels

Follow all Company, State, and Federal requirements, ensuring compliance with all GMP’s, SOP’s, and any other regulation

Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude

Other duties as assigned

Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules

Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager

Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager

Meet all company requirements for training, including but not limited to Log Out/Tag Out Awareness, PPE, PIT, Ergonomics, etc

Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed procedures

Report food safety problems to a supervisor or manager