Machine Operator

Chobani; Norton Shores (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Chobani is seeking a Machine Operator to operate and maintain equipment in the Single Serve or Multi Serve departments. The role supports fluctuating production demands with a 12-hour rotating schedule (2-2-3, 5pm-5:30am) and requires the ability to perform startup/shutdown and basic quality checks.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to SOPs while maintaining sanitary conditions and assisting with routine maintenance of equipment to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Requires a mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic math for measurement and unit conversion.
• Must be able to work in a wet environment and handle chemical exposure as part of cleaning processes.
• Experience in food and beverage manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain multiple machines in the Single Serve or Multi Serve departments.
• Start up and shut down machinery according to SOPs.
• Monitor product weight and perform basic laboratory tests as needed.
• Maintain sanitary equipment and production environment.
• Disassemble/reassemble filler equipment for cleaning.
• Communicate production status to downstream teams to maintain output.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Loader/Unloader

Depalletizer

Sleever

Case Packer

Job description

A Machine Operator is an individual who is responsible for learning to operate and maintain multiple machines in either the Single Serve or Multi Serve departments including but not limited to Loader/Unloader, Depalletizer, Sleever, and Case Packer to support fluctuating production demands.

Job Schedule: D Crew; 2-2-3, 12-hour rotation; 5pm-530am

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and operation of all relevant machinery according to standardized operating procedures (SOPs)
• Responsible for startup and shutdown of all relevant machinery
• Performing laboratory tests and monitoring weight control of products
• Maintaining sanitary equipment and environment for all relevant areas
• Disassembling and reassembling filler and associated equipment for cleaning
• Clearly communicate to neighboring departments on current and upcoming production status so downstream operators can effectively maintain production output levels
• Troubleshooting minor issues on all relevant machinery and escalates immediately to management or maintenance as needed to minimize downtime
• Uses a pallet jack to stock machine with required packaging materials supplied by material handler
• Other production duties as assigned
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. 1 to 2 years of related experience and/or training
• Must have a mechanical aptitude and demonstrate abilities. Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Pallet Jack Certification
• Experience within the food and beverage industry is preferred
• Must be able to work in a wet environment. Some exposure to cleaning chemicals
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime
• Be able to effectively work in a team environment