Lead Utility Machine Operator | 4-Day Week

Phillips Distilling Company (PDC); Princeton (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,128; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Annual bonus potential

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Development opportunities

Job summary

Phillips Distilling Company invites qualified candidates to apply for a full-time Utility Machine Operator. The role supports production lines across multiple tasks with a 4-day work week and a starting pay range of $22.00–$25.50 per hour.

Under the supervision of the Line Lead, you will operate and set up labelers, case packers, and other equipment, perform quality checks, train teammates, and contribute to Lean manufacturing efforts while maintaining safety and high-quality output.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience leading personnel preferred.
• Strong computer skills and ability to read/write English.

Responsibilities

• Support production lines by feeding, monitoring, adjusting equipment and QC.
• Set up and operate case packers, labelers, and palletizers.
• Lead shift setup and ensure proper paperwork and supplies.
• Provide training and direction to team members.
• Perform line changes, washouts, and cleanup tasks.
• Maintain safety and quality standards on the production line.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

English literacy

Multitasking

Technical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oracle

ACE

COLOS

Label View

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

Phillips Distilling Company invites qualified candidates to apply for a full-time Utility Machine Operator. The role supports production lines across multiple tasks with a 4-day work week and a starting pay range of $22.00–$25.50 per hour.

Under the supervision of the Line Lead, you will operate and set up labelers, case packers, and other equipment, perform quality checks, train teammates, and contribute to Lean manufacturing efforts while maintaining safety and high-quality output.