1st Shift Machine Operator — Food Production & Quality

Gardner-Pie-Company; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Eight paid holidays

Weekly pay cycle

Pie discounts

Job summary

Gardner Pie Company in Northeast Ohio is seeking a Machine Operator to join our expanding family‑owned team. You will set up, operate, and monitor production equipment, adjust settings for quality and throughput, and perform inspections to ensure safety and product specifications.

This role requires a High school diploma and 3+ years of machine operation, preferably in food manufacturing. We offer benefits including medical/dental, life insurance, 401(k) with match, profit sharing, paid time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of machine operation experience.
• Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience performing machine adjustments, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with team members, Supervisors, and Managers.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, and food safety regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor production machinery in accordance with SOPs.
• Adjust machine settings as needed to maintain product quality, weight, appearance, and throughput.
• Perform routine equipment checks and minor troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Load raw materials, ingredients, or packaging materials into machines as required.
• Inspect finished products to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and specification standards.
• Accurately complete production, quality, and downtime documentation.
• Follow GMPs, food safety, allergen control, and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas, including participate in changeovers and sanitation.
• Communicate equipment issues, material shortages, or quality concerns promptly.
• Comply with all workplace safety policies, including PPE and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors or management.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Basic computer skills

Basic math

Verbal communication

Written communication

Units of measurement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Gardner Pie Company in Northeast Ohio is seeking a Machine Operator to join our expanding family‑owned team. You will set up, operate, and monitor production equipment, adjust settings for quality and throughput, and perform inspections to ensure safety and product specifications.

This role requires a High school diploma and 3+ years of machine operation, preferably in food manufacturing. We offer benefits including medical/dental, life insurance, 401(k) with match, profit sharing, paid time