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**Brand:** Michael Foods Inc.

**Categories:** Operations Production

**Locations:** Lenox, Iowa

**Position Type:** Regular Full-Time

**Remote Eligible:** No

**Req ID:** 27076

Job Description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description Michael Foods, Inc. located in Lenox, Iowa and often called the "Pearl of the Prairie" is where you can find small town living, focused on family and friends, with big city amenities not far from reach in Des Moines, Omaha, and Kansas City. Located in southwest Iowa, Taylor county, with a population of around 1400, the Lenox area reaches far beyond the city limits with beautiful and productive fields of corn, beans, and other croplands. Lenox holds an amazing four day Rodeo every July and is home to a beautiful 36-9 hole golf course, several fishing and boating lakes, great area hunting, a beautiful city park with swimming pool, and many picnic parks. The MFI location in Lenox produces primarily pre-cooked egg patties. With its friendly atmosphere, safe environment, and progressive spirit, Lenox is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family. Responsibilities Are you a pro at navigating high-speed machinery? Do you thrive in a dynamic team environment, where every day brings new challenges and victories? Are you ready to dive into a world of non-stop action and excitement? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, then we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team as a Packaging Machine Operator and unleash your potential in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where your skills and dedication drive us towards our daily goals. Say hello to a career that keeps you on your toes and rewards your hard work with thrilling challenges and endless opportunities for growth. Apply now for a Packaging Machine Operator opening at a company that is First in Food because we are First in People. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Operates case packers, Accumulating Conveyor, Line Control Device, Case Coder, Sleever, Cappers, and/or robots ensuring proper operations. Fill in for other Packaging Machine Operators for lunches and breaks. Troubleshoot issues with equipment as needed. Set-up of equipment and material for a production run. Conduct and record all quality checks and record downtime events in a timely fashion utilizing Redzone. Fosters open communications and a good attitude toward work and fellow employees. Maintains regular and consistent attendance. Operations of a manual pallet jack. Manage inventory consumptions or creation in inventory management system. Alerts the Supervisor when major mechanical problems occur and reports any system abnormalities to reduce the risk of, and damage to, the system or product. Team player who aligns and upholds our values: Teamwork, Accountability, Innovation and Continuous Improvement and passion for customer and consumers. Attends and actively participates in safety meetings and trainings. Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products. Demonstrate proper handling and usage of cleaning agents. Adhere to safe work practices, policies, and procedures. Follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Knowledge or experience required knowing how to use iPad Valid driver’s license. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: 6 months of machine operator experience. Basic understanding of machinery operations. Ability to load materials into the machine. Basic troubleshooting skills for minor issues. Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols.

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