Tovala · 10 hours ago
Production Machine Operator Lead
West Valley City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$22/hr - $22/hrTovala is a food-tech company focused on reinventing home cooking through innovative technology and fresh food delivery. The Production Machine Operator Lead will be responsible for food preparation and packing operations, ensuring product quality, and training new operators while maintaining efficient production processes.
Food and BeverageLogisticsCookingDeliveryFood Delivery
Responsibilities
Food preparation and packing operations
Packaging food products using various machines for specific processes. Some machines require changing film and making different setups throughout the day, depending on particular products and projects
Ensuring the machine is sealing product properly and inspecting product for quality. Expected to make necessary adjustments to the machine to ensure the product is sealing correctly
Responsible for completing the portioning verification form and maintaining a daily count of completed products
Cleaning and sanitizing machines when changing projects and at the end of the day
Prepping packaging inventory and performing duties on the packing line to assemble meals for shipment to customers
Once trained, responsible for training new operators and providing ongoing training for existing operators
Assisting operators as problems arise and expected to know and correct basic operating issues across all equipment
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED preferred
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to weigh, measure, and portion food
Basic arithmetic skills
Ability to understand and make necessary equipment adjustments—knowing the 'why' and 'when' (training provided)
Understanding of equipment safety (e-stops, door switches, etc.)
Able to work at a safe and quick pace
Able to reprioritize tasks when necessary
Able to direct team members at the assigned machine to ensure efficiency and food safety
Able to keep up with project timelines and production counts
Standing and/or walking for 8+ hours per day in a cold environment (39°F)
Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 50 pounds frequently
Use of hands and fingers for fine manipulation
Adequate vision for machine operation and food handling
Adequate hearing for working around machinery
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment for food safety
Preferred
Previous food or other manufacturing experience preferred
Company
Tovala
Tovala is a food-tech company that offers a meal service paired with a countertop smart oven.
Founded in 2015
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$68.64MKey Investors
Left Lane CapitalFinistere VenturesTyson Ventures
2022-08-18Series C
2021-10-19Series C
2021-02-04Series C· $30M
Leadership Team
David Rabie
Founder & CEO
Taryn Aronson
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2024-05-23
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