2nd Shift Ice Cream Machine Operator & Line Owner

Prairie Farms Dairy; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Thrift retirement savings program

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Weekly pay with direct deposit

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Ice Cream Specialties, a division of Prairie Farms Dairy, is hiring Machine Operators on the 2nd shift in Lafayette, IN. Starting pay is $20.24/hour with a $1.00 shift premium, total up to $21.24/hour, plus overtime opportunities.

Enjoy 9-hour shifts, weekly pay, benefits, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced production environment. You'll operate production equipment, monitor quality, and ensure safety and GMP compliance while supporting a collaborative team focused on delivering ice cream

Qualifications

• Dependable, motivated individuals with strong work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to monitor multiple tasks and equipment operations simultaneously.
• Good communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, processes, and production procedures.
• Previous machine operation or manufacturing experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, and shut down ice cream production equipment.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain efficient production and product quality.
• Monitor product weights, temperatures, packaging, date codes, and quality standards.
• Replenish packaging materials, including wrappers, lids, sticks, and cartons.
• Operate and adjust packaging, coding, and carton-packing equipment.
• Identify equipment issues and work with Maintenance to resolve mechanical concerns.
• Monitor product waste, allergens, and food safety requirements.
• Communicate with production team members to keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow all company safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Perform additional production-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Ice Cream Specialties, a division of Prairie Farms Dairy, is hiring Machine Operators on the 2nd shift in Lafayette, IN. Starting pay is $20.24/hour with a $1.00 shift premium, total up to $21.24/hour, plus overtime opportunities.

Enjoy 9-hour shifts, weekly pay, benefits, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced production environment. You'll operate production equipment, monitor quality, and ensure safety and GMP compliance while supporting a collaborative team focused on delivering ice cream