The Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America. With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization. Job Summary: The Machine Operator is responsible for ensuring product quality, customer specifications, efficiency and productivity targets are consistently met, and the safe operating of machinery used in the production process. This role will ensure that the machinery is properly calibrated, runs smoothly, and at capacity to meet the demands of production department and customer need. This role will also monitor the flow of produce and packaging on the line, order labels and completes documentation to ensure traceability. Responsibilities: • Work directly with the Production Supervisor to ensure an efficient production workflow and production requirements and reworked product consistently match product specifications and customer expectations. • Responsible for set up and operation of packaging machinery, retooling changes in packaging and products. • Perform daily pre-operational and post-operational checks and complete corresponding documentation. • Set up the line; ensure the line is adequately supplied with the correct product and labels as indicated by the production board; regularly review to ensure any changes are captured and communicated to workers on the line. • Calibrate the HMI; adjust the programing to meet the needs of different packaging and products. • Monitor and control the machine performance and settings; trouble shoot error codes; report to engineer issues and concerns. • Direct workers tasks: instruct in the correct grading, sorting and packing requirements to ensure company standards are consistently met with the focus of maximizing quality and productivity; support and provide guidance when necessary. • Communicate and address variances, quality issues and concerns with Production Supervisor; help identify the causes and implement sustainable corrective action. • Monitor the working environment to ensure compliance of company and statutory hygiene, good manufacturing practices, food safety, health and safety policies and procedures. • Assist in providing training to trainee machine operators on all lines. • Perform daily routine cleaning on the machines in use, complete proper paperwork. • Perform weekly documented PM (preventive maintenance on the machines.) Use SOPs to perform the PM’s. • Escalate any issues or defect with the machine through our workorder system. (Limble.) • Other core expectations as defined by the company. Requirements: • Secondary school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education, preferred • Minimum one (1) year of experience as a machine operator; produce industry, preferred • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety, and HACCP • Proven ability to lead and motivate a people. • Strong English skills required; understand, read, write and speak; additional languages are an asset. • Good problem solving, dispute resolution, time management, and organizational skills required. • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team. • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy; have a sense of urgency. • Ability to communicate effectively; written and verbal. Working Conditions: • Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; Flexibility required • This job operates in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation. • Role frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, use hands to handle or feel product or packaging, and reach with hands and arms • The position requires the ability to regularly lift up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Flavor Farms today! Pure Flavor Farms is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the Human Resources department if an accommodation is required. 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Experience Required • 1 year(s): Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy; have a sense of urgency • 1 year(s): Computer skills and mechanical aptitude required Preferred • 1 year(s): Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety, and HACCP Education Required • High School Diploma or better Behaviors Required • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group • Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity • Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Motivations Required • Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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See More Details >>ABOUT Navy ships are constantly crossing the ocean, traveling hundreds of thousands of miles to the shores of every continent on Earth. As a Machinist’s Mate, you help ensure your ship arrives safely by maintaining the propulsion and auxiliary systems that get the crew in place for the mission. Your experience will include work across every inch of the ship, so whether you’re repairing a steam turbine or adjusting an aircraft elevator, you can expect to gain thorough working knowledge of all things mechanical on ships like cruisers and destroyers. The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war. Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Machinist’s Mates (MM) are responsible for operating and maintaining ship propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment and outside machinery. Specifically, your job responsibilities as an MM may include: • Aligning piping systems for oil, water, air and steam • Operating ship boilers and steam turbines used for ship propulsion • Operating turbo generators used to produce electrical power • Cleaning, adjusting, testing and maintaining boilers, engines, generators • Maintaining auxiliary machinery including steering engines, elevators, winches, pumps and valves • Operating and maintaining water desalination plants • Maintaining refrigeration plants, air conditioning systems and galley equipment • Repairing valves, pumps, heat exchangers, compressors, steam turbines and hydraulic and pneumatic devices • Creating and analyzing machinery operating reports and records PAY & BENEFITS When you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important – and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly. Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-the- art training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more. In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed in both your military and civilian lives: • Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekend • Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian career • Educational assistance • Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your family • VA guaranteed home loans • Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insurance • Travel opportunities • Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill • Retirement after 20 qualifying years • TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Navy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill. Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL). QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • U.S. citizen or equivalent • High school graduate or equivalent • 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before. This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Navy. The application is for a specific position within the Navy. WORK ENVIRONMENT Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $37.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Retirement plan Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Edinburg, TX typically begins with specialized education and training, such as apprenticeship programs or postsecondary education, which combine hands-on experience with classroom learning. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840, and projects little or no change in employment from 2023 to 2033. Apprenticeships in the machining trade last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. In Edinburg, TX, machinists can earn an average of $1,146 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $8,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring machinists find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
