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2nd shift Plate & Pack III (INTERNAL)

Oklahoma City, OK | Kitchen | Production | Full-Time, 2nd Shift

Summary

The Plate and Pack III (P&P III) position is responsible for safe and efficient operation of the packaging area equipment. This position will operate, troubleshoot, clean, and maintain the conveyors, tray sealing equipment, x-ray, and check weigher while additionally supporting operation of the depositors and labelers. Plate and Pack III operators perform weight checks and adjustments, cover Plate and Pack II (P&P II) or Production Associate I (PAI) breaks or absences and provide documented hands-on training and mentorship to employees new in position. The Plate and Pack III operator must adhere to safety and quality standards while driving operational performance to meet efficiency and quality metrics. This position is integral to daily operation, the operational efficiency of the machines, and determines the pace of production for all other employees in the packaging area. This position will require a high level of coordination across functional organizations including operations, quality, and maintenance. The machine operator must be a team player, willing to collaborate with others, and do what needs to be done to ensure a safe and efficient production run.  This position may require team members to spend the entirety of their shift in a cold environment 34˚F – 40˚F.

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to

    • Understand priorities for the day and take initiative to achieve goals with little supervision 

    • Communicate effectively and regularly with team members and leaders 

    • Adhere to strict safety, quality, and production standards including food safety and sanitation guidelines 

    • Provide leadership for team efforts to improve processes, tools, and training documents  

    • Perform machine set-up or tear down at the beginning and end of production 

    • Supply and transport required materials on the production line following all safety, food safety, and operational guidelines 

    • Collaborate with multiple aspects of the organization to determine run rate of the production line based on input material inventory, staffing, and production schedule 

    • Safely operate powered machinery including depositors, pumps, conveyors, film sealing equipment, x-ray, label applicators, tapers, and stretch wrappers 

    • Spot check finished meals for quality aspects including presentation, seal, gas composition, foreign material, weight, and labels; make adjustment where necessary 

    • Perform and document any quality, yield, or production records legibly and accurately 

    • Provide hands on training to employees new to P&P III, P&P II or PAI, covering all procedures to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency standards are understood 

    • Document and track the training provided to assigned personnel 

    • Troubleshoot line downtime, safely clean out meal waste, perform film changes, and aim to achieve or exceed targeted production  

    • Document and track all planned and unplanned downtime events and provide solutions to minimize or eliminate recurrence 

    • Complete powered industrial truck certification 

    • Keep production lines running at targeted rate and fill in for P&P Lead breaks, lunches, or absences 

    • Complete PA I or P&P II duties as required for breaks or vacancies 

    • Handle and use cleaning and sanitizing chemicals consistent with applicable safety and quality standards 

Required Skills and Experience

    • Must be at least 18 years old 

    • Pass a post offer drug screen and background check 

    • 1-2 years’ experience working in a manufacturing and/or food distribution industry 

    • Must be able to work weekends, holidays, overnights, or OT as required 

    • Initiative and ability to problem solve with little supervision 

    • Be able to work in varying temperatures between 34˚F – 80˚F. 

    • Time management, organization, and prioritization skills 

    • Ability to communicate and collaborate in a team environment 

    • Read and process detailed written orders in English 

    • Basic mechanical aptitude 

    • Basic math, weight, and measurement skills (pounds, ounces, etc.) 

Preferred Skills and Experience

    • High school diploma or GED 

    • Trade school or some college  

    • Problem solving & reasoning skills 

Physical Requirements

    • Regularly required to use hands to feel, grab, or operate objects, tools, and controls while reaching with hands and arms 

    • Required to stand, communicate, and listen for a 10-hour shift 

    • Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb stairs for a 10-hour shift 

    • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 

    • Visual perception to perform job including peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus 

    • Able to perform repetitive movements 

    • Able to work in variable temperatures (cold/hot) 

    • Must be able to interact with common food allergens  

Company Overview
 
Mom’s Meals is a home-delivered meal service providing fully prepared, refrigerated meal solutions direct to homes nationwide for over 25 years. We provide seniors, patients recovering post-discharge and those managing a chronic condition with tailored nutrition solutions to manage their specific needs. If you are passionate about the well-being of others and have a strong sense of community, Mom’s Meals could be the place for you! We are a family operated business looking for fun, compassionate, and friendly people who want to make a difference in the lives of others.
 
 
EEO
 
Mom’s Meals complies with all applicable federal and state non-discrimination laws. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regards to race, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or military status.

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