Bulk Receiver

Weaver Popcorn, Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits package

Training to build equipment andprocess

Job summary

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing in Van Buren, IN is seeking a Bulk Receiver for the N1 Night Shift. You will receive and unload bulk ingredients, operate equipment, and help maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

This role offers starting pay of $24/hour with a $3/hour night shift premium, rising to $24.50 after 90 days and $25 after six months, plus an employee benefits package and training to build equipment and process knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years operating production equipment in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for operating production equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills for recordkeeping and equipment monitoring.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload bulk ingredients, routing to correct storage vessels.
• Operate and monitor production and bulk ingredient equipment to meet safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Fill and empty kitchen oil tanks as needed.
• Monitor ingredient delivery controls and troubleshoot equipment or communication issues.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs within your training, escalating issues when additional support is needed.
• Maintain accurate delivery, ingredient transfer, and quality control records.
• Coordinate with vendors to schedule or reschedule deliveries based on production needs.
• Communicate with plant personnel about production schedules, equipment issues, and product quality.
• Safely operate powered industrial vehicles.
• Keep equipment, exterior unloading areas, hoses, and fittings clean and organized.
• Follow safety procedures, wear required PPE, and perform other manufacturing duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Task prioritization

Basic computer skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Bulk Receiver – N1 Night Shift

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing | Van Buren, IN

Start at $24/hour, including our $3/hour night shift premium, with scheduled pay increases during your first six months.

Join our night shift team in a hands-on role that keeps production moving. As a Bulk Receiver, you’ll receive and transfer ingredients, operate equipment, and help maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay: $24/hour — $21/hour base pay plus a $3/hour night shift premium.
• At 90 days: $24.50/hour — includes a $0.50/hour increase.
• At six months: $25/hour — includes another $0.50/hour increase.
• Employee benefits package.
• Training to build your equipment and process knowledge.

Pay amounts above include the $3/hour night shift premium.

Schedule

• N1 night shift: 4:30 p.m.–4:45 a.m.
• 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotation, with every other weekend off.

What You’ll Do

• Receive and unload bulk ingredients, ensuring they are routed to the correct storage vessels.
• Operate and monitor production and bulk ingredient equipment to meet safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Fill and empty kitchen oil tanks as needed.
• Monitor ingredient delivery controls and troubleshoot equipment or communication issues.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs within your training, escalating issues when additional support is needed.
• Maintain accurate delivery, ingredient transfer, and quality control records.
• Coordinate with vendors to schedule or reschedule deliveries based on production needs.
• Communicate with plant personnel about production schedules, equipment issues, and product quality.
• Safely operate powered industrial vehicles.
• Keep equipment, exterior unloading areas, hoses, and fittings clean and organized.
• Follow safety procedures, wear required PPE, and perform other manufacturing duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience operating production equipment in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for operating production equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills for recordkeeping and equipment monitoring.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Opportunity and Inclusion Statement:

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to opportunity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone can succeed. Employment and hiring decisions are made based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications—without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and strengthens our company culture. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating production equipment in a food manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for operating production equipment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.
• Basic computer skills for record-keeping and equipment monitoring.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.