Machine Operator 1 - WEEKEND NIGHT

D; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401k with company match

Short and Long-Term Disability (STD/LT

Company-paid Life Insurance

FSA’s for Medical & Dependent Care

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –cou

Wellness program

Cancer Expert Now – access to expert

$3,000 Sign on bonus

Job summary

D&W Fine Pack in Fort Wayne, IN is hiring for an entry-level production worker responsible for feeding machines, monitoring speeds, and inspecting products to ensure quality standards. You will follow safety procedures, wear PPE, and assist teammates to keep the line running smoothly.

This role offers benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, a 401k with company match, paid time off, and a $3,000 sign-on bonus after milestones.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write & speak English.
• Basic computer skills required.
• No advanced degree required; willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines.
• Know emergency procedures and what to do in the event of power outages, machine failures, workplace injuries, etc.
• Wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Understand and identifies Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately.
• Start machines by engaging controls; stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Feed and monitor the speed of machines during the production process.
• Performs unskilled production work such as feeding machines and packing a wide variety of products.
• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Maintains his or her work area in neat condition.
• Record product, packaging and order information on specified forms and records along with additional documentation as required.
• Assists other workers with specific chores as requested.
• Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP’s.
• Supports the Plant’s Food Safety initiatives by completing plant required Food Safety training and by implementing / complying with the required practices.

Skills

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fort Wayne IN
7707 Vicksburg Pike
Fort Wayne, IN 46804, USA

Fort Wayne IN
7707 Vicksburg Pike
Fort Wayne, IN 46804, USA

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines
• Know emergency procedures and what to do in the event of power outages, machine failures, workplace injuries, etc.
• Wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Understand and identifies Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
• Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately
• Actively participates in the D&W safety improvement process/activities, e.g. Hazard Identification, Safety Suggestions, Safety Teams, etc.
• Start machines by engaging controls
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur and report malfunctions to a supervisor
• Feed and monitor the speed of machines during the production process
• Performs unskilled production work such as feeding machines and packing a wide variety of products
• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
• Maintains his or her work area in neat condition
• Record product, packaging and order information on specified forms and records along with additional documentation as required
• Assists other workers with specific chores as requested
• Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP’s
• Supports the Plant’s Food Safety initiatives by completing plant required Food Safety training and by implementing / complying with the required practices.

More than a job. Grow, belong, and make a difference.

AtD&W Fine Pack, we don’t just make packaging, we build purpose, pride, and strong teams. Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of experience, this is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a real impact. Our culture is built on four core valuesthat guide everything we do:

• Dedicated to Excellence– We hold ourselves to high standards in safety, sustainability, quality, and service.
• Winning with Success– We keep improving to deliver more for our customers and community.
• Focused on Service– We listen, act fast, and support both our customers and each other.
• People with Purpose– We work as one team, showing respect, integrity, and care for all.

Benefits That Matter

Taking care of our team is a priority. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Short and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• FSA’s for Medical & Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –counseling, financial tools, legal help & more
• Wellness program
• Cancer Expert Now – access to expert consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance
• $3,000 Sign on bonus after 30, 60,90, and 180 days worked.
• And more!

If this sounds like the kind of company and team you want to grow with, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Basic Computer Skills

Expert

Preferred

Must be able to read, write & speak English

Expert

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Required

High School or better in General.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer
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