Wholesale Produce Supply is currently hiring a Production Machine Operator for our Fresh Cut division. The Production Machine Operator works closely with department management and supervisors to meet efficient production and business needs. This full-time position! Will work in colder temperatures of 38 degrees.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30am until finished (will work 8-12 hours per day)

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• * Using machine equipment to complete tasks
  

  • Performing routine inspections of manufacturing equipment
  • Evaluating the efficiency of each unit regularly, identifying improvements as needed
  • Effective communication, include speaking, writing, active listening and taking instruction
  • Good leadership and training skills
  • Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent mechanical skills, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs
  • Keen attention to detail to identify maintenance, product or operations issues
  • Ability to stand, sit or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment
  • Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment
  • Operate/monitor multiple pieces of equipment during operation to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops
  • Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials
  • Housekeeping and sanitation
  • Set up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle

Qualifications

• * Ability to prioritize and multitask.
  

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work well on teams and independently.
  • Understanding of production procedures and processes
  • Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and communication skills
  • Previous Machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility or similar relative experience
  • Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Ability to lift heavy equipment and products weighing 50lbs or less, ability to bend, and to stand or walk for long periods of time.
  • Willingness to work in shifts (late hours, and overtime if necessary).
  • Must be able to work in colder temperatures of 38 degrees.

$20.00/hr and all full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, short-term disability and life insurances. Company matching 401k and paid time off too! Apply today and begin your career with our growing business and team!!

Wholesale Produce Supply, LLC is one of the largest wholesale distributors of fresh produce in the Upper Midwest and Canada. We have been continuously growing and operating since 1964, searching the globe for the finest quality and largest variety of produce. Season by season, we know where to go to secure the best produce for customers, purchasing the finest grades of every type of produce.