Machine Operator

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spherion Altoona is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st and 2nd shifts in Altoona, PA. The role is a direct hire with a pay rate of $37.22 per hour and 40 hours per week.

Typical duties include operating mixers, extruders, and scales, recording weights every 15 minutes, tracking ingredients and lot numbers, and assisting with changeovers and setup while maintaining sanitary and safety standards.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in production baking or food processing preferred.
• Basic reading, math, computer, and recordkeeping skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of baking processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixers, extruders, ingredient scales, and related equipment.
• Record weights every 15 minutes and accurately complete production logs and computer entries.
• Track ingredients, lot numbers, and dough waste.
• Assist with extruder changeovers and authorized equipment setup.
• Clean and sanitize mixers, extruders, tools, and work areas.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, quality, and lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Recordkeeping

Reading

Math

Computer skills

Baking knowledge

Education

High School

Job description

Machine Operator

Location: Altoona, PA 16602 US

Job Overview

Spherion Altoona is working to fill a 1st and 2nd Shifts, Machine Operator position in Altoona, PA. The pay rate is $37.22 HOURLY. This position will be a DIRECT HIRE opportunity. Multiple Openings.

Job Type: FULL TIME

Hours / Week: 40

Work Hours: 1st and 2nd Shifts

Pay Rate: $37.22 USD HOURLY

Job Description

The Mix Baker operates and monitors mixing equipment to prepare dough for pretzel production, ensuring accurate weights, proper dough consistency, product quality, and compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixers, extruders, ingredient scales, and related equipment.
• Record weights every 15 minutes and accurately complete production logs and computer entries.
• Track ingredients, lot numbers, and dough waste.
• Assist with extruder changeovers and authorized equipment setup.
• Clean and sanitize mixers, extruders, tools, and work areas.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, quality, and lockout/tagout procedures.

Education

High School

Experience

12 months

Requirements

• One year of experience in production baking or food processing preferred.
• Basic reading, math, computer, and recordkeeping skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of baking processes.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Lifting (50+ lbs)
• Standing / Walking
• Bending / Stooping / Kneeling
• Pushing / Pulling
• Hot Environments

Industry & Classification

Industry: Other Services (Except Public Administration)

Classification: 51-4081.00

Post Details

Post ID: ALT-211676_1-82973846

Post Date: 2026-10-23

Post Expires: 2026-11-22

Key responsibilities

Operate mixers, extruders, ingredient scales, and related equipment., Record weights every 15 minutes and accurately complete production logs and computer entries., Track ingredients, lot numbers, and dough waste., Assist with extruder changeovers and authorized equipment setup., Clean and sanitize mixers, extruders, tools, and work areas., Follow all safety, sanitation, quality, and lockout/tagout procedures.