Food Production Machine Operator – 1st Shift

Sun Orchard; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick time

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Company paid life insurance

Flexible spending account

401 matching

Consistent schedules

Professional growth opportunities

Forward-thinking culture

Job summary

Sun Orchard in Tempe, AZ, is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st shift. You will operate and monitor high-speed production lines, load materials, and ensure product quality while maintaining safe, efficient operation.

The ideal candidate is 18+, has a High School Diploma or GED, and at least 2 years of food production experience, including forklift, packing, filling, and palletizing. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of food production experience.
• Experience with high-speed production lines and pallets.
• Experience operating packing, filler, and palletizing equipment.
• Experience reading production schedules and using line computers.
• Knowledge of basic sanitation and GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production lines for efficiency.
• Move materials and finished products to ensure proper flow.
• Ensure package and product quality.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Operate all manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Keep work area clean and maintain good housekeeping.
• Report downtime and coordinate with maintenance.
• Work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Skills

Food production experience

High-speed lines

Forklift operation

Packing machine

Filler machine

Palletizer

Production scheduling literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Packaging equipment

Job description

Sun Orchard in Tempe, AZ, is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st shift. You will operate and monitor high-speed production lines, load materials, and ensure product quality while maintaining safe, efficient operation.

The ideal candidate is 18+, has a High School Diploma or GED, and at least 2 years of food production experience, including forklift, packing, filling, and palletizing. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.