Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Description

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide. Working at GEA Group has significant benefits: - Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day - Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore - Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster - Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset - Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits - Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance - Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Your profile and qualifications

• Highschool Diploma OR GED Required with 2-3 years of experience

• Be certified to operate various forklift trucks.

• Must be able to communicate efficiently with personnel in Purchasing, R&D and QA departments.

• Be familiar with operating procedures for conveyors, scales, hoists, meters, etc.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to read and interpret metal rule.

• Be familiar with procedures such as lock-out/tag-out, confined space, HAZMAT, forklift safety and various other safety measures.

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Follow all manufacturing procedures per GMP and FDA requirements.

• Responsible for maintaining a constant flow of production consistent with established production and quality standards.

• Prepare packaging materials in order to fill, seal, and palletize various packages according to manufacturing order.

• Responsible for packaging some regulated hazardous chemicals

• Ensure that product is being filled in appropriate pre-labeled containers.

• Monitor the appearance and fill levels of the materials being packaged.

• Monitor the operation of the equipment being utilized.

• Properly write up production tags with the amount of packaged product and accurately report on batch ticket.

• May be required to assist with unloading of empty drum trailers and other warehousing functions.

• Maintain a clean and neat appearance of the immediate work area.

• Follow all safety instructions and procedures.