Chocolate Factory Machine Operator - GMP & Quality Focus

Russell Stover Chocolates; Abilene (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GMP training

Protective gear

Climate-controlled environment

Daily safety tips

Job summary

Russell Stover Chocolates is hiring a Machine Operator at our Abilene, KS plant. You will operate and maintain production machinery, perform changeovers, ensure correct material loading, and complete production documentation in a fast-paced, team-based environment.

The role requires reading recipes, basic math, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. You will work across areas, keeping sanitation standards and GMP compliance top of mind while contributing to quality and efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Able to read and understand recipes.
• Possess basic math skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to routinely and frequently stand, stoop, bend and lift overhead.
• Able to stand on hard surfaces for the duration.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain machinery, equipment and tools in a safe and proficient manner according to standards, guidelines, and instructions.
• Perform basic machine changeovers, startups, and shutdowns.
• Ensure materials are loaded correctly and replenish supplies as needed.
• Conduct quality checks and complete production documentation.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations in compliance with sanitation standards.
• Report mechanical or process issues to supervision or maintenance.
• Support team goals through cross‑training and flexible task assignments.
• Adhere to GMP to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards.
• Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant’s food safety and quality objectives.
• Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non‑conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities.
• Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company’s Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role.

Skills

Communication

English literacy

Math skills

Lift 50 lbs

Standing/walking

Tools

SAP

Job description

Russell Stover Chocolates is hiring a Machine Operator at our Abilene, KS plant. You will operate and maintain production machinery, perform changeovers, ensure correct material loading, and complete production documentation in a fast-paced, team-based environment.

The role requires reading recipes, basic math, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. You will work across areas, keeping sanitation standards and GMP compliance top of mind while contributing to quality and efficiency improvements.