Machine Operator

bgfoods; Hurlock (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

Life & disability insurance

401(k) plan

FSAs

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Telemedicine

Work-life balance

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Parental leave

Job summary

B&G Foods is seeking a production operator to join our manufacturing team. You will verify safety devices, follow start-up procedures, prepare materials, and maintain logs while working with assigned machinery.

We value excellent attendance, clear communication, and independent problem-solving. You will follow food safety policies, support shift changes, and help ensure a safe, high-quality product is produced in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing environments.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good reading and comprehension abilities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to identify problems and respond accordingly.
• Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify all E-stops and guards before start-up.
• Follow operating and safety procedures for machinery.
• Gather and verify pre-staged materials before line start.
• Dispose of waste into proper recycle bins or trash.
• Complete pre-op reports and logs as assigned.
• Verify materials match spec sheets.
• Check glue machine temperature and glue presence.
• Ensure capper steam valve settings are correct.
• Keep work area clean and free of debris.
• Communicate shift changes and issues with the team.
• Ask questions when unsure and seek training when needed.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety policies.
• Report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Produce a safe, wholesome product and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Manufacturing

Attendance

Communication

Reading

Independent work

Problem solving

Math skills

Job description

Ready to be part of something special? Join our Family!

Responsibilities

• Verify all E-stops are operational and all guards are in place before start-up.
• Understand operating and safety procedures of assigned machinery and other surrounding machinery.
• Gather and ensure required pre-staged materials, supplies, etc. are correct before the line begins as applicable.
• Dispose of materials, debris, etc. into proper recycle bins/area and/or trash containers.
• Operate accurately & timely complete all Pre-Op Reports, Logs, Inspection Sheets, Downtime Reports, etc. as assigned and submit to the Lead or Supervisor as required.
• Compare and verify all materials (codes, containers, sizes, labels, etc.) match to Spec Sheets.
• Verify glue machine reading correct temperature and glue machine has glue inside the pod and fill the pod as applicable per machinery operating.
• Ensure the steam valve on the capper is turned on to proper settings when operating the Capper.
• Clean area of any debris, broken glass, etc. throughout the day as needed.
• Communicate with other Operators at shift change, when being relieved from position, etc. with any issues experiencing and throughout the shift (as applicable).
• Ask questions when unsure.
• Ensure proper training before operating machinery.
• Responsible for ensuring food safety/quality policies are followed, to report all food safety/quality problems out of their realm of responsibility to personnel with the authority to initiate action.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Work safe and report all unsafe working conditions and/or unsafe acts to the supervisor immediately.
• Responsible for making sure a good safe wholesome product is produced safely.
• All other duties as required

Experience, Skills, Education

• Manufacturing experience.
• Maintain excellent attendance record.
• Possess Effective Communication Skills.
• Reading/Comprehension Abilities.
• Ability to Work Independently.
• Ability to Identify Problems and Respond Accordingly.
• Possess basic math skills.

Physical Requirements

• Plant Environment.
• Walking/standing while in position.
• Able to work in an outside environment and other extreme conditions.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. - if an accommodation is necessary please notify Human Resources in advance of the interview.

Compensation

Base Pay Range:

$16.36 - $27.26

Final base pay will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to; role responsibilities, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and/or internal pay equity. Please keep in mind that we consider internal pay equity and hiring at the maximum of the salary range uncommon.

Benefits

We offer a variety of benefits that include comprehensive, affordable health and wellness coverage for you and your family.

• Paid time off (holidays, vacation and sick days)
• Medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision coverage
• Life, disability and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance programs
• Telemedicine
• Work-life balance
• Employee discounts
• Wellness program
• Paid parental leave

Benefits may vary by location and position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please see www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf .