Materne North America is focused on being the market leader in providing solutions to help active families with fun, smart and innovative snacks in forms and tastes that kids love. Launched in 2008, GoGo squeeZ is the first squeezable, resealable, no-mess, 100% fruit, all-natural, no-sugar-added fruit-based snack for kids in the U.S. Today GoGo squeeZ is available at Whole Foods, Costco, Target, Walmart, Kroger, Publix, and most major Grocery stores as well as at leading convenience store chains including 7-11 and WaWa, in KFC ‘Lil Bucket Kids Meals, and at high altitudes on Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. GoGo squeeZ is also found online at Amazon.com and Diapers.com.

Job Summary:

As a Machine Operator for Materne North America, you will be responsible for operating high speed equipment on our production and food processing lines. This is a Flex Operator position, starting pay is $24.13 per hour.

Applicants must be available to work Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday from 7:00am-7:00pm.

Hiring Bonus:

• $1,000 Hiring Bonus paid out in two separate installments
• $500 paid out after 90 days and $500 paid out after 180 days
• Must be employed at time of payouts

Position Responsibilities:
Operate high-speed manufacturing equipment through touchscreen/HMI
Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication)
Inspect product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality
Conduct sample testing and record data (viscosity, ph, titrations, bricks, etc.)
Operate industrial carts, power hand carts, and forklifts
Perform troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment
Clean work area and sanitize equipment
Complete daily paperwork and reports

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand for an entire shift (12 hours)
Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Must be able to walk up & down stairs multiple times per shift
Must be able to get on/off of a forklift multiple times per shift

Education:
High School diploma or GED equivalent required
Technical / Trade School preferred

Experience:
Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
Previous experience working in the food industry is preferred
Experience operating industrial carts, power hand carts, and sit down forklifts preferred

Skills:
Strong attention to detail
Ability to communicate effectively in English
Ability to plan work and anticipate problems
Mechanical aptitude
Computer skills (data entry & experience with an ERP system in a production environment preferred)
Basic math skills, including competency with weights and measures (must be able to take/record measurements and understand tare weight)

Materne, North America offers a competitive compensation package which includes: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses, domestic partners & children; Retirement & Savings Plans, Paid Vacation and Holidays.

Materne, North America is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-employment drug-screening results and background investigation.