1st Shift Food Machine Operator – Every-Other Weekend Off

American Berry Company; Warrens (WI); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

PTO

11 paid holidays

Job summary

American Berry Company is seeking skilled machine operators for the 6a–6p shift to keep the production line moving on a 2‑2‑3 schedule. You will work with extractor/infuser systems, filters, evaporators, and dryers to produce sweetened dried cranberries and cranberry concentrate.

Applicants should have 1+ year of machine operating experience in food manufacturing and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Forklift and HMI experience are a plus. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of machine operating experience in food manufacturing.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve machines.
• Strong understanding and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull product up to 50 pounds.
• HMI systems experience is a plus.
• 1+ years of forklift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record all paperwork accurately.
• Perform hourly checks on process equipment to stay within specs.
• Ensure product specs are met, including proper juice filtration and concentration.
• Maintain a clean work area and separate utensils accordingly.
• Separate fruit streams by product nature (Finished pallet cases, Bulk bin, Z-belt bin).
• Change Sunflower oil and Release Agent when needed.
• Audit sanitation/CIP effectiveness and ensure correct wash conditions.
• Perform startups, shutdowns, CIP, sanitation, and related tasks.

Skills

Machine operating

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Lift up to 50 lbs

HMI systems

Forklift experience

Tools

HMI systems experience

Job description

American Berry Company is seeking skilled machine operators for the 6a–6p shift to keep the production line moving on a 2‑2‑3 schedule. You will work with extractor/infuser systems, filters, evaporators, and dryers to produce sweetened dried cranberries and cranberry concentrate.

Applicants should have 1+ year of machine operating experience in food manufacturing and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Forklift and HMI experience are a plus. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.