The Gallon Tea Line Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining the gallon tea production line to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality product manufacturing. This role involves equipment setup, quality checks, troubleshooting production issues, and adherence to food safety and GMP standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor gallon tea production and packaging equipment.
- Set up production lines according to production schedules and product specifications.
- Ensure products meet quality, safety, and customer standards.
- Monitor fill weights, bottle integrity, labels, caps, and date codes.
- Perform routine equipment adjustments and basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
- Conduct line inspections and quality checks throughout production runs.
- Complete production documentation accurately and timely.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP requirements, and food safety policies.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with sanitation standards.
- Assist with product changeovers and line startups/shutdowns.
- Communicate production issues to supervisors and maintenance personnel.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Adhere to all company safety procedures and use required PPE.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous manufacturing, food production, beverage production, or packaging experience preferred.
- Experience operating automated production equipment is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to operate production machinery safely and effectively.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read production schedules, work instructions, and quality specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Basic math and recording skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and repetitive motions.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures and manufacturing environments.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Work Environment
- Food and beverage manufacturing facility.
- Exposure to moving machinery, noise, and wet production areas.
- Rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production demands.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
