Machine Operator

Accelera; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Portage, Indiana, is hiring full-time Machine Operators to support our manufacturing facility. You will monitor production lines, perform basic machine setups, and ensure accurate logs while maintaining safety standards.

Openings cover 2nd and 3rd shifts with weekly pay. Prior warehouse or manufacturing experience is preferred, and candidates should be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in warehouse or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical inclination and the ability to diagnose equipment problems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily function and monitoring of production and packaging equipment.
• Execute machine setups, handle changeovers, and resolve minor technical issues.
• Ensure all production logs and daily administrative paperwork are accurately completed.
• Conduct regular equipment sanitization and safety inspections to keep the floor running smoothly.
• Uphold rigorous quality and safety protocols to help ensure a productive environment for the entire team.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our Portage, IN manufacturing facility as full-time Machine Operators. This role offers consistent long-term work, reliable weekly compensation, and stable scheduling for those who are committed to their craft.

Compensation and Schedule

Earn between $18.00 and $19.00 per hour with weekly pay cycles. Openings are currently available for both 2nd and 3rd shift operations.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily function and monitoring of production and packaging equipment.
• Execute machine setups, handle changeovers, and resolve minor technical issues.
• Ensure all production logs and daily administrative paperwork are accurately completed.
• Conduct regular equipment sanitization and safety inspections to keep the floor running smoothly.
• Uphold rigorous quality and safety protocols to help ensure a productive environment for the entire team.

Requirements

• Prior experience in warehouse or manufacturing environments is preferred, with food production backgrounds being a distinct advantage.
• Demonstrated mechanical inclination and the ability to diagnose equipment problems.
• Capacity to function effectively both as an individual contributor and as a collaborative team member.
• A consistent, detail-oriented approach that prioritizes a safe working environment for all staff.
• Consistent weekly paychecks.
• Secure, full-time employment opportunities.

Our hiring process may utilize AI-supported tools to assist in candidate evaluation; however, all final hiring decisions are made by our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.