Entry-Level Food Production Machine Operator

Richelieu Foods; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pre-tax spending accounts

401K with company match

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Richelieu Foods is seeking a Production Machine Operator I to operate Line 1 machinery and supply products per customer specifications. The role emphasizes quality, safety, SOP adherence, and teamwork in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, reliability, punctuality, and comfort with overtime. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k) with match, PTO, and disability/life insurance. Training provided for SOPs and GMP compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work overtime when scheduled.
• Able to communicate and work with diverse individuals in the plant.
• Able to read and write standard information for company documents.
• Proficient in basic arithmetic (weights, measures, temperatures).

Responsibilities

• Operate Line 1 machinery and supply products per specifications.
• Follow SOPs and GMPs to ensure quality and safety.
• Make adjustments to run production efficiently.
• Record downtime and maintain paperwork.
• Keep machinery and area clean and sanitary.
• Suggest improvements to methods, equipment, and product quality.
• Wear required PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Follow verbal instructions from supervisors and teammates.
• Be detail-oriented and work well in a team.
• Notify management of Food/People Safety or quality concerns.
• Set up and break down machinery.
• Complete tasks as assigned.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Communication

Reading & Writing

Math basics

Overtime readiness

Education

High school or GED

Job description

Richelieu Foods is seeking a Production Machine Operator I to operate Line 1 machinery and supply products per customer specifications. The role emphasizes quality, safety, SOP adherence, and teamwork in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, reliability, punctuality, and comfort with overtime. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k) with match, PTO, and disability/life insurance. Training provided for SOPs and GMP compliance.