Production Line associate - Weekend Shift

About Company:

At Badia Spices, we're more than a leading spice company. We're a family-founded organization built on passion, quality, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Founded in Miami, Florida in 1967, Badia has grown from a small family business into a globally recognized brand with products enjoyed in more than 70 countries worldwide.

Our success is driven by dedicated team members who share our commitment to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer experiences. We foster a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive workplace where employees are valued, empowered to grow, and encouraged to contribute new ideas.

At Badia, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work for a well-established and growing industry leader.
• Be part of a team that values integrity, quality, and innovation.
• Develop your skills through hands-on experience and career growth opportunities.
• Contribute to products that bring flavor and enjoyment to millions of consumers worldwide.
• Join a company that embraces diversity and celebrates the unique contributions of its employees.

Our mission is to provide the highest quality products at the best value while maintaining the trust of our customers, employees, and communities. If you're looking for a workplace where your contributions matter and your career can thrive, Badia Spices is the place for you.

Flavor, and Opportunity Together Since 1967.

About the Role:

The Machine Operator plays a critical role in the manufacturing process by efficiently operating and maintaining various production machinery to ensure high-quality output. This position requires precision and attention to detail to handle assembly line tasks, operate press machines, and manage overhead cranes safely. The operator is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and monitoring machines such as mold machines and band saws to meet production specifications. Additionally, the role involves performing routine maintenance, deburring parts, and using measuring tools like micrometers to verify product accuracy. Ultimately, the Machine Operator contributes to the smooth and continuous flow of production while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience operating industrial machinery in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with safety protocols related to machine operation and material handling.
• Physical ability to lift heavy materials and operate equipment such as overhead cranes and clamp trucks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in machine operation or industrial maintenance.
• Experience with deburring techniques and precision measurement tools.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement processes.
• Previous experience working with mold machines and press machines in a high-volume production setting.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor press machines, mold machines, band saws, and other production machinery according to standard operating procedures.
• Manage assembly line tasks including loading and unloading materials, ensuring proper alignment and clamping using clamp trucks and overhead cranes.
• Perform deburring and finishing operations to remove imperfections and prepare parts for the next stage of production.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers to inspect parts and ensure they meet quality specifications.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting on machinery to minimize downtime and maintain safe working conditions.

Skills:

The required skills such as operating assembly lines, press machines, and overhead cranes are essential for managing the flow of materials and ensuring efficient production cycles. Proficiency with production machinery and tools like mold machines and band saws allows the operator to perform precise cutting and shaping tasks. Deburring skills are used daily to refine parts and maintain product quality, while the ability to use micrometers ensures dimensional accuracy and compliance with specifications. Operating clamp trucks safely facilitates the movement and positioning of heavy materials, reducing risk and improving workflow. Preferred skills like mechanical troubleshooting and knowledge of lean manufacturing enhance the operator's ability to maintain equipment reliability and contribute to process improvements.