Machine Operator/Production Worker in Schwenksville, Pennsylvania at Don's Prepared Foods

Don's Prepared Foods is the leading manufacturer on the East Coast of prepared gourmet deli salads, gourmet cream cheese spreads, dips, entrée’s and more.

Don's is a family-owned business and manufactures over 130 products spanning across its three brands Don's Salads, Melanie's Medleys and Artisan Deli.

We are seeking a Machine Operator to join the Production department at our Schwenksville, PA food manufacturing plant. This is an hourly, non-exempt position that starts at 4AM from Monday-Friday with flexible end times according to production needs. Candidates who are dedicated, consistent, and organized with a background in production or a manufacturing environment are strongly encouraged to apply. We do not offer/guarantee overtime.

Job responsibility:

Start time for the Machine Operator position is 4AM, Monday-Friday (must be flexible with start and end times).

• Perform a quality check on finished product appearance.
• Daily inspection of the machine to make sure it is working properly, and no parts are missing or broken.
• Monitor equipment throughout the day to ensure machine is operating properly and there are no malfunctions.
• Communicate with maintenance if there is an immediate problem, otherwise complete a maintenance request form with the Production Manager.
• Verify that the correct product label and code date is on the container. Immediately discard any extra labels.
• If count is short double check new labels for correct product and code date.
• Ensure that the membrane seal is intact on each container and perform a test to make sure that the seal is being applied correctly.
• Verify that the heat seal temperature is correct.
• Document all information for each salad packed on the Machine Operator Checklist daily and turn in to the Production Office.
• Conduct metal detector calibration checks and immediately report any issues to QA.
• Support production department as needed

Competencies:

• Ability to follow established procedures.
• Must ensure their own safe and clean work environment.
• Must be able to follow recipe instructions and use a computer tablet to document process/ingredients used.

Requirements

• Must be able to lift 40 to 50 pounds.
• Employee stands for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work in cold or warm environments.
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English

Benefit package:

• Competitive starting pay
• Benefits package available after 60 days of employment:
  • Medical option of POS or PPO Healthcare
  • Dental Insurance
  • Company paid Group Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability (after 90 days of employment)
  • Colonial Life Supplemental Insurance
• 10 paid holidays and birthday PTO.
• SQF – Safe Quality Food Culture
• Paid orientation
• Alchemy Education Training
• 401K with company match
• Safety Culture, including a Certified Safety Committee
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee recognition, gifts, and awards
• $250 sign on bonus after 6 months of continuous employment

Must pass an extensive pre-employment criminal background and a pre-employment drug test.

Aldon Food Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.