Website The Wenger Group
Basic PurposeThe Machine Operator
is responsible for
safely
operating , monitoring, and
maintaining
production equipment used in pork processing operations. This role ensures products meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards while supporting efficient plant operations.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operate assigned machinery
including but not limited to
slicers, grinders, injectors, skinners, saws, stuffers, conveyors,
loin pullers,
or packaging equipment.
Start up, shut down, and
change over
equipment according to production schedules.
Monitor machine performance and adjust settings to
maintain
product quality and yield.
Follow all plant safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and PPE requirements. Immediately report any unsafe conditions, malfunctions, or product deviations.
Maintain compliance with USDA regulations, HACCP, GMPs, and company food safety programs.
Verify product specifications such as weight, temperature, grind size, slice thickness, or injection levels.
Conduct and document quality checks (metal detection, sealing integrity, labeling accuracy).
Ensure proper product flow and minimize waste.
Work collaboratively with production leads and maintenance teams to
optimize
run times.
Perform basic troubleshooting and minor adjustments to equipment.
Assist Maintenance with repairs or deeper adjustments as needed.
Clean machinery and work areas, including performing pre-operational sanitation tasks.
Complete production logs, downtime reports, quality records, and daily checklists.
Communicate equipment issues clearly to supervisors and maintenance personnel.
Assist
on production lines when needed.
Perform all other
related duties as assigned.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Must be able to differentiate between products and/or specialty cuts, have basic math skills, communication, and interaction skills.
Must
be self- motivated to keep pace with the line and be able to follow directions.
Must be able to lift,
push
or pull up to 50
pounds ., pinch, work with arms above shoulder level, work on or near moving machinery, and
operate
equipment.
Must be able to walk occasionally and
stand continuously.
Must be able to work overtime as
required .
Physical DemandsWalking
25 %Standing
75 %Near acuity (clarity of vision at 20 inches or less)Speaking-ordinary speech
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