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Tetrapak - B Shift (INTERNAL ONLY) 1

IL

Job Description

Bel, makers of iconic brands including Babybel, The Laughing Cow, Boursin, and GoGo Squeez is a growing global company that values your contributions, strives to create a sense of belonging for everyone and offers career growth and development opportunities, as well as competitive total compensation and meaningful well-being benefits from day one. For All, For Good, our company signature, reflects Bel’s commitment to sustainability and healthier and responsible food for all. The company has headquarters in Chicago (Bel Brands USA) and New York City (GoGo Squeez) and operates 5 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Leitchfield, KY; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

Job Summary:

As Tetra Pak Machine Operator for Materne, North America located in Traverse City, MI you will be responsible for the operation of machinery and mixing of ingredients for our high speed production and food processing lines.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Operation of Tetra Pak machine – mixing of materials and products
  • Load ingredients into Tetra Pak machine according to Materne’s specifications.
  • Work with computer interface to monitor equipment
  • Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication)
  • Testing of PH levels, viscosity levels, brix levels, flavor additives using quality devices
  • Break down machinery with hand tools to clean and sanitize
  • Receive / inspect materials and accept or reject based on Materne’s specifications
  • Observe materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
  • Detect equipment problems and troubleshoot
  • Operate industrial carts, power hand carts, and hi-lo’s
  • Inspect product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality
  • Complete paperwork and document down time

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to stand for an entire shift (12 hours)
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • High School diploma or GED preferred
  • Technical / Trade School preferred

Experience:

  • Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • Previous experience working in the food industry is a plus
  • Must be able to measure and understand tear weight.

Skills:

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Computer skills
  • Basic Math skills
  • Competency with weights and measures

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Bel Brands is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation or assistance in using the website, please call 312-462-1500.

If you think that this job is for you, please click now on the button "Apply".

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Bel, makers of iconic brands including Babybel, The Laughing Cow, Boursin, and GoGo Squeez is a growing global company that values your contributions, strives to create a sense of belonging for everyone and offers career growth and development opportunities, as well as competitive total compensation and meaningful well-being benefits from day one. For All, For Good, our company signature, reflects Bel’s commitment to sustainability and healthier and responsible food for all. The company has headquarters in Chicago (Bel Brands USA) and New York City (GoGo Squeez) and operates 5 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Leitchfield, KY; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

Job Summary:

As Tetra Pak Machine Operator for Materne, North America located in Traverse City, MI you will be responsible for the operation of machinery and mixing of ingredients for our high speed production and food processing lines.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Operation of Tetra Pak machine – mixing of materials and products
  • Load ingredients into Tetra Pak machine according to Materne’s specifications.
  • Work with computer interface to monitor equipment
  • Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication)
  • Testing of PH levels, viscosity levels, brix levels, flavor additives using quality devices
  • Break down machinery with hand tools to clean and sanitize
  • Receive / inspect materials and accept or reject based on Materne’s specifications
  • Observe materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
  • Detect equipment problems and troubleshoot
  • Operate industrial carts, power hand carts, and hi-lo’s
  • Inspect product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality
  • Complete paperwork and document down time

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to stand for an entire shift (12 hours)
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • High School diploma or GED preferred
  • Technical / Trade School preferred

Experience:

  • Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • Previous experience working in the food industry is a plus
  • Must be able to measure and understand tear weight.

Skills:

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Computer skills
  • Basic Math skills
  • Competency with weights and measures

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Bel Brands is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation or assistance in using the website, please call 312-462-1500.

If you think that this job is for you, please click now on the button "Apply".

PDN-WSP53971

About Bel Brands USA

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin®, Nurishh®, Pom’Potes®, and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.6 billion in 2022.

Some 11,800 employees in some 60 subsidiaries around the world contribute to the deployment of the Group's mission to champion healthier and responsible food for all. Bel products are prepared at 29 production sites and distributed in more than 120 countries.

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