Join the team at Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company!

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Job Summary

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating various manual and automated equipment in the production process.

Job Responsibilities

Operate high-speed filling and packaging equipment in a safe and efficient manner; understand and perform the minor servicing and lockout tagout procedures when necessary.
Set-up machinery and ensure all materials are correct and readily available to use in the production process.
Confirms the delivery and accuracy of raw materials for production and the corresponding documentation.
Troubleshoot equipment faults; comprehend and communicate correct root cause of malfunctions to the appropriate parties.
Analyze the issues or malfunctions that occur with the machine and communicate to the necessary parties utilizing productions two-way radio system and/or speaking in person.
Perform the process of filling branded containers, either cans or bottles, with liquid product.
Monitor and maintain blow-mold technology for production of various PET sizes.
Input product and line performance data into both the Line Information System (LIS) and Infinity Quality System (IQS).
Applies brand identification labels to product bottles.
Feeds bottles or cardboard carton materials into an automated machine to produce and form a variety of different package types for aluminum cans or PET bottles.
Palletize finished product and shrink wrap for inventory, storage and distribution with the use of RF scanning Intelligent pallet labeling and warehouse management system.
Conducts visual quality inspections of product and enters quality information into the Infinity QS database system; communicates any out-of-specification findings and takes appropriate action.
Safely operates forklift to secure replenishment of raw materials for production and execute proper placement of finished product in the warehouse.
Maintain organization and cleanliness of equipment in assigned area.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year of work experience required.
• Prior experience in machine operation in a production or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Previous experience working in high-speed industrial environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of industrial technology, a plus.
• Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, and reading comprehension strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of LEAN methodologies and TPM (Total Preventative Maintenance) processes, including 5S, Root-Cause Analysis, and continuous improvement practices preferred.
• Prior experience using a forklift preferred. Ability to obtain PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) certification upon hire is required.

Physical Requirements

Speaking: Often (communicate with other operators and leads)
Acute Vision: Constantly (observing both near and far, reading documents, monitors)
Mobility: Frequent travel around the equipment they operate.
Bending/Squatting: Occasional bending and squatting to clean and operate machinery.
Dexterity: Frequent use of hands to operate machinery.
Lifting: Lift up to 50 lbs.
Climbing: Occasional use of ladders or stairs.

About Heartland Coca-Cola

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company produces, sells, and distributes the highest quality and best tasting Coca-Cola and Monster Beverages across the states of Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois. Our brand offerings provide multiple beverage options in non-alcoholic categories including sparkling soft drinks, water, ingredient enhanced, isotonics, tea, energy, juice, coffee and nutrition. We value our people, customers and community which drives our passion to work and win together as a team.

Benefits and Other Information

We offer a competitive benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, wellness programs and tuition reimbursement. Part-time employees are eligible for paid time off, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Pre-employment background check is required.

Heartland Coca-Cola is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and any other class protected by law. Veteran friendly.

Requisition ID: 207642
Company: Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC