PM THERMOFORMING

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85323, Avondale, AZ, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Food • Agriculture
The Role
Operate and monitor thermoforming machinery that converts recycled plastic into egg cartons. Responsibilities include loading materials, replacing rolls, palletizing finished goods, scanning inventory, performing quality checks, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and reporting production issues. The role requires physical activity, PPE use, flexible scheduling, and transition from daytime training to a PM shift.
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Job Summary 

The PM Thermoforming Machine Operator is responsible for operating machinery that transforms recycled plastic into sustainable egg cartons. This role includes setting up, monitoring, and maintaining the thermoforming machine, building and stacking pallets, and ensuring quality and efficiency in the production process. The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and committed to supporting Hickman’s sustainability initiatives. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Operate thermoforming machine, monitoring computer screens and interacting with equipment controls to ensure smooth operation. 

  • Load and feed thermoform rolls and recycled plastic flakes onto the machine for continuous production. 

  • Unload and replace thermoform rolls as needed to support efficient workflow. 

  • Palletize finished products and use inventory management systems to scan and document finished goods. 

  • Perform routine quality checks to verify that products meet company standards for consistency and durability. 

  • Maintain cleanliness and organization around the work area, following safety and housekeeping protocols. 

  • Adhere to company safety policies, including proper use of PPE, and follow all workplace safety procedures. 

  • Communicate with management and team members to report key issues, machine status, or any concerns impacting production. 


Resumen del Puesto 

El Operador de Máquina Termoformadora (Turno PM) es responsable de operar la maquinaria que transforma plástico reciclado de cartones de huevo sostenibles. Este puesto incluye la configuración, monitoreo y mantenimiento de la máquina termoformadora, el armado y apilado de tarimas, y garantizar la calidad y eficiencia en el proceso de producción. El candidato ideal es consciente de la seguridad, detallista y comprometido con apoyar las iniciativas de sostenibilidad de Hickman’s. 

Funciones y Responsabilidades 

  • Operar la máquina termoformadora, monitoreando las pantallas del sistema y utilizando los controles del equipo para asegurar un funcionamiento continuo y eficiente. 

  • Cargar y alimentar la máquina con rollos de termoformado y hojuelas de plástico reciclado para mantener la producción continua. 

  • Descargar y reemplazar rollos de termoformado según sea necesario para mantener un flujo de trabajo eficiente. 

  • Paletizar los productos terminados y utilizar las sistemas de gestión de inventario para escanear y registrar los bienes terminados. 

  • Realizar inspecciones rutinarias de calidad para verificar que los productos cumplan con los estándares de consistencia y durabilidad de la empresa. 

  • Mantener el área de trabajo limpia y organizado, siguiendo los protocolos de seguridad y orden establecidos. 

  • Cumplir con las políticas de seguridad de la empresa, incluyendo el uso adecuado del equipo de protección personal (EPP), y seguir todos los procedimientos de seguridad en el lugar de trabajo. 

  • Comunicarse con la gerencia y los miembros del equipo para informar sobre problemas importantes, el estado de la máquina o cualquier asunto que afecte la producción. 

Qualifications

Required Skills and Abilities 

  • High school diploma or equivalent. 

  • Ability to obtain forklift and pallet jack certification. 

  • Experience in a manufacturing or machine operation environment preferred. 

  • Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift to 50 pounds throughout an 8-hour shift or more. 

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards. 

  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, as the facility operates 24/7. 

  • Self-motivated team player with excellent communication skills. 


Education and Experience 

  • No specific education requirement listed 

  • Prior food production or processing experience preferred, but not required 

Physical Requirements 

  • Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, and lift for extended periods. 

  • Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and machinery. 

  • Ability to frequently lift and move items up to 50 pounds. 

Work Schedule  

  • This position begins with daytime hours for training. Upon successful completion of training, the employee will transition to a PM (evening/night) shift. During the training period, the employee will learn the necessary skills and responsibilities, and once fully trained, will be expected to work in the PM shift as the primary role. 

Habilidades y Capacidades Requeridas 

  • Diploma de preparatoria o equivalente. 

  • Capacidad para obtener certificación en montacargas y patín hidráulico. 

  • Experiencia previa en un entorno de manufactura o en operación de maquinaria (preferida). 

  • Capacidad física para estar parado, caminar y levantar hasta 50 libras durante un turno de 8 horas o más. 

  • Gran atención al detalle y compromiso con los estándares de seguridad y calidad. 

  • Disposición para trabajar horarios flexibles, incluidos fines de semana, ya que la planta opera las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana. 

  • Persona automotivada, con habilidades sólidas de comunicación y trabajo en equipo. 

Educación y Experiencia 

  • No se requiere educación específica. 

  • Se prefiere experiencia previa en producción o procesamiento de alimentos, pero no es obligatoria. 

Requisitos Físicos 

  • Capacidad para estar parado, caminar, agacharse, doblarse y levantar objetos por períodos prolongados. 

  • Comodidad para trabajar en un entorno de manufactura con exposición a ruido y maquinaria. 

  • Capacidad para levantar y mover objetos que pesen hasta 50 libras con frecuencia. 

Horario de Trabajo 

Este puesto comienza con un horario diurno durante el período de capacitación. Al completar con éxito la capacitación, el empleado pasará a un turno PM (vespertino/nocturno). Durante la capacitación, el empleado aprenderá las habilidades y responsabilidades necesarias, y una vez completamente capacitado, trabajará en el turno PM como función principal. 


Benefits and Perks

  • Matching 401k
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Birthday
  • Paid Holidays 

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Hickman's Family Farms and its brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hickman's Family Farms will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances. You are applying for a position with Hickman’s Family Farms that is designated as a Safety Sensitive Position pursuant to A.R.S. §23-493 et seq. You are ineligible for placement in a Safety Sensitive Position if you are engaged in the current use of any drug, whether legal, prescribed by a physician or otherwise, if it could cause an impairment or otherwise decrease or lessen your job performance or ability to perform your job duties.


Hickman’s classified this position as a safety-sensitive job because it reasonably believes that performing the tasks or duties described herein could affect the health or safety of employees. Thus, employee must further agree to comply with all workplace safety policies, especially Hickman’s drug and alcohol testing policy. Employee must understand that a positive drug test for prohibited substances, whether legal or otherwise, or employee's refusal to submit to a drug test may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to obtain forklift and pallet jack certification
  • Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, and lift or move up to 50 pounds throughout an eight-hour shift or longer
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, in a 24/7 facility
  • Self-motivated team player with excellent communication skills
  • Experience in manufacturing or machine operation
  • Prior food production or processing experience
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The Company
313 Employees
Year Founded: 1944

What We Do

Founded in 1944 by Nell Hickman, Hickman's Family Farms is a family-owned and operated business headquartered in Buckeye, Arizona. As the largest egg producer in the Southwest and one of the largest in the United States, the company provides high-quality farm-fresh eggs to various restaurants and major US grocery stores, including Costco, Kroger, Target, and Walmart, maintaining a legacy of quality and service over four generations.

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