Machine Operator

Maple Leaf Foods Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading plant-based protein manufacturing facility as a Machine Operator in Indianapolis. You'll operate equipment, ensure safety compliance, and help improve processes in a team-focused environment. Enjoy competitive pay, bonuses, and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

Quarterly performance bonus — up to $1,250!

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Temperature-controlled work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and perform physical tasks.
• Manufacturing or food industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment for food production.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Record accurate data to meet Quality Management System standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team player mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Strategic HR Professional | Transforming Processes and Enhancing Employee Experience for Organizational Success

Machine Operator – Day Shift

Location: East Side of Indianapolis

Pay: $19.00 – $21.00/hour

Join a landfill-free, plant-based protein manufacturing facility

Step into a role where you’ll help feed the future—literally.

Maple Leaf / Greenleaf Foods is seeking a dedicatedMachine Operatorto join our team. If you're reliable, safety-focused, and ready to grow with a company that's shaping the future of food, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment for food production
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and company procedures
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Record accurate data (weights, measurements) to meet Quality Management System (QMS) standards
• Set up, inspect, and adjust equipment for production runs
• Report equipment issues promptly to supervisors or maintenance
• Help minimize waste and improve efficiency
• Support team communication during daily shift exchange meetings
• Assist with onboarding and training new team members
• Cross-train in other departments as needed
• Communicate suggestions for improving safety, quality, and processes
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED
• Manufacturing or food industry experience (preferred but not required)
• Ability to follow instructions, SOPs, and written policies
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as climbing, kneeling, or bending
• Team player mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement

Why Join Us

• Competitive hourly pay
• Quarterly performance bonus — up to $1,250!
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation (with rollover) and sick leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Temperature-controlled, clean work environment
• Purpose-driven company committed to sustainability and innovation

Who We Are

Maple Leaf / Greenleaf Foods is thefirst major carbon-neutral food companyand a leader in the plant-based protein industry. We're committed to reshaping the future of food, one bite at a time.

Our values-based culture fosters teamwork, transparency, and doing the right thing for consumers—and the planet.

Ready to grow your career while making a difference? Apply today and join us at Greenleaf Foods!

Greenleaf Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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