Food Manufacturing/Production Operator

Entech Staffing Solutions; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Entech Staffing Solutions is hiring a Food Manufacturing/Production Operator. The role focuses on setting up, operating, and monitoring equipment used in making and packaging food products. You will uphold high standards for Food & Human Safety and work as part of a team focused on continuous improvement.

Shifts available: 1st (Mon-Fri, 6a-2p) and 3rd (Sun-Thu, 10p-6a). Pay ranges from $20–$25 per hour, depending on experience. Join a safety-minded team committed to quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and safety minded at all times.
• Familiarity with GMPs and food safety best practices.
• Ability to setup and operate production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor production equipment for food products.
• Follow GMPs and food safety standards; maintain clean, sanitary work areas.
• Record and report line performance and shift metrics; assist maintenance as needed.
• Train or assist new operators in line procedures and standards.

Skills

Detail oriented

Safety minded

Food safety

Tools

Production equipment

Job description

Food Manufacturing/Production Operator

We are seeking a detail-oriented, safety-minded Production Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be directly responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring production equipment used in the preparation, mixing, processing, finishing, and packaging of our food products.

If you are a proactive problem solver who takes pride in maintaining high standards for Food & Human Safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork, we encourage you to apply!

1st and 3rd shifts available!

1st shift - Monday through Friday; 6a-2p

3rd shift - Sunday through Thursday; 10p-6a

Pay rate dependent on experience ranging from $20-25/hr.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance Support

Setup, start-up, adjust, and operate production equipment safely and efficiently.

Perform proper machinery shutdown and changeover in accordance with company standards to minimize downtime (excluding sterilization, CIP, and process start-up).

Monitor, record, and evaluate equipment performance continuously during shifts.

Identify operational issues early and notify maintenance personnel when complex adjustments or repairs are needed beyond standard operations.

Ensure proper care, handling, and basic maintenance of all production tools and equipment.

Food Safety, Quality & Compliance

Prioritize Food and Human Safety daily by partnering with team members to identify and eliminate risks while ensuring full compliance with company, state, and federal regulations.

Comply strictly with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for food safety, quality, and legality.

Practice proper stock rotation by using raw materials in appropriate order (FIFO - oldest first) and immediately reporting any signs of product tampering.

Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas and equipment throughout the shift; handle waste removal and cleanup at the end of every shift.

Support overall Quality Management Systems and continuous improvement initiatives.

Documentation & Communication

Maintain clear and accurate communication with fellow operators, maintenance staff, and plant management.

Review completed process paperwork to ensure clear and accurate documentation.

Maintain and update daily shift reports to reflect production metrics and line activity.

Train fellow and new associates on line procedures and operational standards.

Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.