Machine Operator

Cavendish Farms; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Farms in Jamestown, ND is seeking a Machine Operator to operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment, ensuring efficient and safe manufacturing of potato products.

You will perform quality checks, troubleshoot equipment, maintain logs, and collaborate with team members to meet production targets. A high school diploma or trade certification is required; willingness to work 12-hour shifts (including nights) and strong attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Trade Certification.
• Experience: <2 years required.
• Willingness to complete food safety and SQF training.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts, possibly nights.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; attention to detail.
• Mechanical background or equipment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust machinery during production runs.
• Perform quality checks and ensure products meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and report malfunctions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in work areas.
• Complete production documentation and logs accurately.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet goals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work capability

Mechanical background

Education

High School Diploma or Trade Certification

Job description

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring production equipment to ensure efficient and safe manufacturing of potato products. You’ll play a key role in maintaining product quality and meeting production targets.

• The physical capability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to access all areas of the facility to carry out all duties as assigned that will include independent reaching, lifting, bending, climbing, and standing
• Possess, with or without reasonable accommodation, the physical and mental capabilities to respond verbally or in writing to requests for information received verbally or in writing from internal or external sources
• Possess, with or without reasonable accommodation, the physical ability to dead lift 50 pounds to shoulder height

Ability to perform duties in highly sensitive areas that may include extreme temperatures and humidity, extraordinary heights and areas where toxins may be present while in company-issued garments and complete duties in a safe and efficient manner

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust machinery during production runs
• Perform quality checks and ensure products meet specifications
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and report malfunctions
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in work areas
• Complete production documentation and logs accurately
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet goals

Qualifications

• Education Required: High School Diploma or Trade Certification
• Years of Experience Required: <2 years
• Willingness to complete food safety and other job training and comply with SQF standards
• Willingness to work 12 hour shifts, may include nights (please inquire)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Mechanical background or experience with equipment is helpful
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment