Equipment Operator I: Fast-Paced Food Manufacturing

Butterball; Mount Olive (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball is seeking a machine operator for its NC manufacturing facilities. The role focuses on safely setting up and operating machinery to produce products on schedule while maintaining equipment performance and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, be 18+, pass background and drug screening, and complete Lock Out-Tag Out training. Willingness to work extended hours in a high-noise food processing plant is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Ability to pass Lock Out – Tag Out training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production standards by efficiently running machines and equipment.
• Set up, operate, maintain equipment and tear down as instructed.
• Run product at line speed as scheduled by Production Supervisor.
• Maintain communication with Production Supervision, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance regarding equipment performance and downtime.

Skills

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lock Out-Tag Out training

Food processing equipment knowledge

Job description

Butterball is seeking a machine operator for its NC manufacturing facilities. The role focuses on safely setting up and operating machinery to produce products on schedule while maintaining equipment performance and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, be 18+, pass background and drug screening, and complete Lock Out-Tag Out training. Willingness to work extended hours in a high-noise food processing plant is required.