Machine Operator

What You'll Do 

• Tasks may be routine and repetitive within any of the food production or warehouse departments.
• Follow simple recipes and instructions to prep, cut, chop, slice, assemble, stock, sort, stage, and process products, raw materials, and meals in all operational areas.
• Work within the assembly and oven departments, supporting any/all production areas as needed based on business needs.
• Maintain the pace and flow of the production team to meet specific requirements and KPIs.
• Test, troubleshoot, monitor, and inspect tray sealers, flow wraps, conveyors, metal detectors, and other equipment, including PMs.
• Correctly set up assembly line machines and ensure proper functioning for optimum efficiency.
• Keep machines running with minimal downtime, including during changeovers, shifts, material changes, calibrations, specifications, and between rest periods.
• Rack products, debox materials, assemble food products and meals, and break down boxes and containers as needed.
• Participate in changeovers, washing down lines, sanitizing workspaces, monthly inventory counts, sorting, and staging.
• Maintain a food-safe environment in compliance with State, Federal, and Revolution Foods food safety policies.
• Dispose of garbage and recycling daily, clean and sanitize receptacles, and support the “Green Waste” program by separating waste.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices by maintaining a clean, organized, sanitary, and hazard-free workstation.
• Maintain a safety-first environment, including dry floors, proper floor drain coverage, and proper knife or equipment use and storage.
• Establish a culture of respect, hard work, consistency, and effective communication with all team members.
• Perform other duties as needed.
• Good attendance and punctuality are required and will be monitored closely. The company follows a point system used for evaluation, probation periods, and disciplinary actions as needed.

What You Bring

• Previous experience in a fast-paced fresh food handling environment is preferred.
• Previous machine operator experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak basic English.
• Ability to think critically and analytically and troubleshoot equipment.
• Knowledge of safe and proper food handling procedures and knife handling is preferred.
• Commitment to the Revolution Foods mission that all children will have access to nutritious, tasty food to support the development of healthy minds and bodies.
• Ability to routinely work in a chilled, damp factory environment.
• Ability to physically perform job requirements and routinely lift 40–50 pounds.
• Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices is helpful.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and/or covering varied shifts.
• Minor mechanical skills required.

Working Conditions 

• Work is within a factory setting with chilled temperatures at 50 degrees and below. Exposure to wet, damp, and cold conditions is expected. All Personal Protective Equipment is provided.
• Prolonged standing and walking is routinely required.
• Must maintain a steady and consistent workflow based on company standards and requirements.
• Routinely lifts and carries objects weighing 50–60 pounds.
• Routinely required to stand, walk, bend, carry, scoop, crouch, grasp, hold, kneel, lift, push/pull, reach, sit, squat, stoop, stretch, turn, twist, talk, listen, and communicate with others.

Shift & Hours

•  Flexibility may occasionally be required to support production needs, operational issues, or special projects.

Base Pay

• $18.61

Revolution Foods provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact hrsupport@revolutionfoods.com or call 323.838.5555, extension 4, to speak with a representative.