Canning Line Operator 6am-6pm- 4x12 Schedule (3 Day Weekends!)

Fortress Nutrition, LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO with carryover

9 paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision

HSA with company contributions

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Fortress Nutrition, LLC is seeking reliable candidates for our high-speed Beverage Canning team in Milwaukee. You will set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain the canning line, ensuring efficiency, quality, and minimal downtime.

We offer a 4-day schedule with a 3-day weekend and optional overtime with potential for double pay. Starting pay is $20.00+ per hour, with overtime opportunities on Fridays and weekends.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machine operating and troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Reliability, accountability, and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work overtime/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain high-speed canning line equipment (filler, seamer, packaging, shrink wrapper).
• Monitor production to ensure efficiency, quality, and minimal downtime.
• Address line or equipment faults with urgency to minimize downtime.
• Identify and escalate mechanical issues to Maintenance when needed.
• Follow all safety standards, GMPs, and sanitation practices.
• Support team operations through overtime when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Machine operating

Troubleshooting

English proficiency

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Filler

Seamer

Packaging equipment

Shrink wrapper

Job description

Fortress Nutrition is growing and we're looking for driven, reliable individuals to join our high-speed Beverage Canning team. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and want a schedule that gives you more balance without sacrificing hours or your paycheck, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Work 4 days, enjoy a 3-day weekend every week-and if you want extra income, optional overtime is available with opportunities for double pay!

Schedule

• Monday - Thursday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• 3‑day weekends (Friday-Sunday)

Want to pick up extra hours? Overtime may be available on Fridays or weekend days (up to 8‑hour max shifts) – always volunteer‑based first!

What You'll Do

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain high‑speed canning line equipment (filler, seamer, packaging, shrink wrapper).
• Monitor production to ensure efficiency, quality, and minimal downtime.
• Act with strong sense of urgency to quickly address line or equipment faults/errors.
• Identify and upscale mechanical issues to Maintenance when needed.
• Follow all safety standards, GMPs, and sanitation practices.
• Support team operations through overtime when needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership.

What We're Looking For

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of machine operating & troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Reliability, accountability, and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work overtime/weekends as needed.

Must operate with a high sense of urgency at all times. This role requires constant monitoring of equipment and immediate response to machine faults or slowdowns. Failure to act quickly can stop the entire canning line. Individuals who are not attentive, proactive, and fast-moving in addressing issues will not be successful in this role.

Preferred:

• Experience in food, beverage, bottling, canning, or other regulated/controlled working environments.
• Knowledge of GMPs, food safety, and quality standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift).
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Bending, kneeling, climbing (stairs/platforms), and operating machinery.
• Talking, hearing, reaching above shoulders; using hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment.

Pay & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $20.00+ per hour, with higher starting rates offered based on experience and qualifications.
• Double Time Pay for 50+ hours/week + any weekend work.

Benefits Include:

• PTO Package with Carryover Option.
• 9 Paid Holidays Per Year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision (Affordable Family Coverage).
• HSA Option with Quarterly Company Contributions.
• Company-Paid Life, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) with strong company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Referral Bonuses.
• …and more!

Ready to Apply?

Email your resume to [e-mail].

Please ensure your resume is up to date. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.