Ice Cream Production Operator

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

AD&D

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401K

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking a Machine Operator for a fast-paced food production facility in Fort Wayne, IN. You will run assigned machinery, maintain SOPs, and support sanitation, safety, and GMP standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, line rotations, and meeting daily targets. Candidates should have at least 1 year in high-speed manufacturing, basic process knowledge, and the stamina to work in wet, cold environments with PPE.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude to operate automations and perform basic diagnostics/troubleshooting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to coordinate with the team and provide clear handovers.
• Strong math and problem-solving to manage production parameters and data.
• Must stand for long periods, lift/reach frequently in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working in wet, humid, noisy, and cold refrigerated environments with required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Run assigned machinery within SOPs and standard operating procedures.
• Set up, de-kit, and store equipment; report mechanical faults to Maintenance.
• Drive the manufacturing process to meet daily, weekly, and monthly output goals.
• Coordinate local work team efforts, including managing breaks, lunches, and line rotations.
• Sanitation: keep machines organized and free of water buildup without causing damage.
• Participate in GMP, hygiene, and safety audits to improve scores.
• Monitor process to reduce rejections and minimize packaging waste.
• Own tasks from start to finish and seek continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication

Analytical Ability

Physical Stamina

Environmental Adaptability

Leadership

Education

High School

Job description

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking a Machine Operator for a fast-paced food production facility in Fort Wayne, IN. You will run assigned machinery, maintain SOPs, and support sanitation, safety, and GMP standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, line rotations, and meeting daily targets. Candidates should have at least 1 year in high-speed manufacturing, basic process knowledge, and the stamina to work in wet, cold environments with PPE.