Machine Operator - 3rd Shift / 11pm to 7:30am / Sunday to Thursday

3rd Shift / 11pm to 7:30am / Sunday to Thursday - Additional days or overtime as required to complete the daily demands      

Training may be conducted on 1st, 2nd, or 3rd as needed.

As a core member of our production sanitation team, you will be expected to:

• Perform daily cleaning of all production equipment and set up of the same equipment for the next shift production run in accordance with all company standards.
• Be responsible for complete startup & operation of ice cream freezers, filling machines, boxers and shrink wrap.
• Support the production of safe, high quality products (SQF) & team member safety.

As your employer, Perry’s will help you to achieve all of the above goals through feedback, education, and continuous professional development.

• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds frequently
• Must have basic mechanical skills for machine disassembly and reassembly
• Able to push and pull, climb, squat and bend frequently throughout the shift
• Perform basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers and fractions.
• Perform basic measurements using scales, liquid measures
• Able to taste and handle dairy products and other ingredients that may contain allergens
• Must have a completed High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Basic computer keyboarding skills & touch screen technology
• Able to work at heights using ladders, platforms or mechanical lifts using OSHA required fall protection
• Able to handle chemicals and exposure to environmental allergens

• Past experience in keeping records and reading/understanding B.O.M.’s
• Responsible for following all good manufacturing procedures
• Demonstrated ability to lead/direct team members in the manufacturing of products including & in accordance with  SQF,OSHA & Mftg performance requirements 
• Demonstrated ability to learn multiple operations in a manufacturing setting   
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous experience as a Machine/Equipment Operator (high-speed food Manufacturing a plus)
• Commitment to living Perry’s “values” required.
• Willing to learn Department specific GMP & SQF requirements
• Follow all safety procedures
• Problem solving (analysis and resolution) skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility of schedule including potential to train on other shifts
• Willing to lead by example the Perry’s safety culture 
• Availability to work a variable schedule on occasion to cover other team member time off.

Behind every bite of Cookie Dough and every scoop of Panda Paws is a passionate team bringing hard work and creative ideas to the table. For over 100 years, Perry’s Ice Cream has been bringing people together to celebrate life’s moments, and you can be a part of this magic.

If you enjoy ice cream and collaborating with others, Perry’s is the place for you! We provide a rewarding supportive environment, and are looking for enthusiastic, talented individuals to join our growing team! Plus, you get to be around ice cream. Who could ask for anything more? 

Base Pay Rate:  $25.96 / hour - $28.86/ hour

Shift Differential:  $0.50 / hour

Perry's Ice Cream is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug free facility.