Machine Operator II
2 days ago
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Make a Difference in YOUR Career! Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? Essential Job Functions: • Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts), • Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF)., • Possesses a practical understanding of SQF and HACCP and can address inquiries related to both., • Ability to read, comprehend, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule, effectively communicate issues or deviations with the appropriate parties and respond to inquiries., • Maintain production flow of machine(s) by monitoring downstream and upstream issues, supplying raw materials to the equipment, and performing minor servicing if and when needed., • Follow all Quality Assurance and Production line standard operating procedures., • Follow standard operating procedures to perform equipment changeovers; ability to read imperial and metric measurements., • Completely and accurately record all necessary information for production and quality records. Keep accurate downtime reports and documentation., • Responsible for performing equipment and general sanitation in your work area or as assigned by leadership., • Work closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, and reduce waste., • Ability to accurately identify raw material defects that could impact production quality, reduce efficiencies, and increase waste., • May assist in training new employees., • Ability to understand visual and auditory cues to identify production or machine related issues., • Perform minor machine maintenance as well as daily and weekly preventive maintenance as required., • Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment required. Ability to independently and efficiently operate and troubleshoot required manufacturing equipment., • Demonstrates the ability to gain a firm understanding of production machinery/forklifts, including an awareness of technical issues., • Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure., • Adeptness in basic mathematical abilities., • Skill in understanding and interpreting gauges, thermometers, and weight measurements., • Formal training in areas such as WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. preferred., • Problem-Solving Skills – ability to troubleshoot machinery and production issues efficiently, collaborating with others to resolve complex issues., • Teamwork – Collaboration with coworkers to achieve production targets, support for team members, and contribution to a positive work environment., • Documentation Skills – accurate recording of production data, completion of required paperwork or electronic documentation, and maintenance of organized records., • Safety Awareness – knowledge of safety protocols, hazard identification, and adherence to safety regulations at all times. Timely and accurately completes monthly Alchemy and all additional required training., • High School Certification or equivalent., • Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed. R = Rarely (0-15%) O = Occasionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%) Physical Demand R O F Stand X Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X Lifting 40 lbs. (minimum lbs lifted 15lbs) X Carry weight, lift X Walking X Push/Pull X Driving (Forklift) X Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance X • Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time., • Coordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. A Career with Refresco Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits: Pay Range: $18.98/hr to $26.10/hr, plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses based on company objectives. Shift: 3rd Status: Non-Exempt • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts, • Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, • Short-term disability and long-term disability, • Pet Insurance, • Legal Benefits, • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match, • 12 Paid Holidays, • 5 Vacation Days and Paid (Sick) Time Off Days in accordance with applicable law, • Well-being Benefit How to apply: ___. Application deadline: 1/9/2026 (the application deadline is a good-faith estimate and may be extended in certain circumstances) Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER! Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits a résumé to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Refresco Beverages US, Inc. Refresco Beverages, US Inc., will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity. Employment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages US, Inc., and have been engaged in a search shall submit a résumé to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit a résumé to this career site to be eligible for placement fees. Refresco Beverages US Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Experience Required • Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause, • Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject, • Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking, • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well, • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity, • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help, • Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers, • Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe, • Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks, • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization, • Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals, • Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility