Machine Operator

Description

About Ramar Foods

Over 50 years ago, The Quesada family founded Ramar Foods with the purpose of nourishing it’s community through authentic, high-quality Filipino frozen foods. Today, our market has expanded to include customers across North America and around the world. Ramar has offices in Northern and Southern California and Oahu, Hawaii. Our purpose has grown to include not only the nourishment of our communities through our retail and foodservice products, but also enriching our employees professional lives through a Strengths-based company culture.

At Ramar Foods, we nourish our Communities while celebrating our family food legacy that spans over 50 years. Our community are our employees, customers, partners and the communities we do business in.

MACHINE OPERATOR

Summary Of Position

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating various types of machinery in a manufacturing or production environment. Your primary duties will include setting up, operating, and monitoring machines to ensure they function properly and produce high-quality products according to specifications. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting any issues that arise during the production process and performing routine maintenance on the machines to keep them in good working condition.

Accountabilities

• Set up machinery according to production specifications, including adjusting settings, loading materials, and ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
• Operate machines during production runs, monitoring performance and making adjustments as necessary to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Conduct regular quality checks on products to ensure they meet standards and make adjustments to the machine settings as needed.
• Troubleshoot any issues that arise during production, such as mechanical malfunctions or quality defects, and take appropriate corrective action.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing parts as necessary to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance.
• Keep accurate records of production output, machine maintenance, and any issues encountered during production runs.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others. Good manufacturing procedures (GMPs) must also be strictly followed.
• Do other tasks as assigned by his superiors and Quality Assurance from time to time.
  
  

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Machine operation can involve long hours of standing, lifting, and repetitive motions. Physical stamina and endurance are necessary to sustain productivity and minimize the risk of fatigue-related errors.
• Manufacturing environments can be dynamic, with changing production schedules, machinery configurations, and job requirements. Machine operators should be flexible and adaptable to adjust to evolving circumstances.
• Effective communication with supervisors, colleagues, and other team members is essential for coordinating tasks, sharing information, and ensuring smooth production workflows.
• Employers rely on machine operators to fulfill their responsibilities consistently and reliably. Dependability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic are highly valued traits in this role.
• With advancements in technology and changes in production processes, machine operators must be open to learning new skills, staying updated on industry trends, and receiving training to enhance their proficiency.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Machine operators often need good hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills to manipulate controls, load materials, and perform tasks with precision.
• Depending on the equipment being operated, machine operators may need to lift heavy objects, stand for long periods, or perform repetitive motions. Good physical strength and stamina are important to handle these tasks safely and effectively.
• Machine operators may need to move around the work area, bend, stoop, and reach to access machinery or perform maintenance tasks. May be required to lift heavy objects but not more than 50 lbs.
  
  

Work Environment

• Work in a temperature changing environment
  
  

Ramar Foods is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or medical condition, sexual-orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other considerations made unlawful by Federal, State or local laws. We believe in providing eligible and qualified employees with opportunities to grow. Ramar Foods is a drug-free workplace. Ramar Foods is an at-will employer.

VALUES

At Ramar Foods, as a family-owned business, our values include 1. Making It the Best, 2. Treat Everyone Like Family and 3. To be Ramarkable4.Embrace change through perseverance, collaboration, humility and continuous improvement. We value creativity, a strong work-ethic, abundance, growth of our team members, and work-life blend. We believe that leaders should be kind and invest in their people. Our team practices confident vulnerability, meaning we are equally confident about our strengths and our weaknesses. We communicate directly and transparently with each other, and while we hold each other to high standards of production, we always put people before numbers. The owners of the company are the Quesada family. Primo and Evageline Quesada retired in 2012 and continue their involvement in the Hawaii office. Susie Quesada is President, PJ Quesada is Vice President and Gabe Quesada is Strategic Project Manager.

"Toto, our Meat Plant Manager, is a very responsible leader who always delivers what he is committed to do. He has a proven track record of continuously improving production efficiencies and processes, driving capacity improvements in preparation for the future growth. He inspires his team members to be future leaders and encourages them to be better as he invests in their growth and development. While he is committed to delivering the products that Sales needed, he makes sure that all production employees keep Food Safety as top of mind.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Ability to carefully follow instructions, monitor equipment for signs of malfunction, and ensure products meet quality standards.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and the ability to troubleshoot minor issues that may arise during operation.
• Capacity to quickly identify and address problems that may occur during operation, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
• Strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols to minimize risks associated with operating heavy machinery.
• Keeping accurate records of production output, machine maintenance, and any incidents or issues that occur during operation.
• Ensuring that products meet quality standards by monitoring output, inspecting finished products, and making adjustments as necessary.
• Efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks to meet production quotas and deadlines.