Machine Operator 1 - Weekend Night Shift

D&W Fine Pack; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

D&W Fine Pack is hiring for an on-site, full-time production role at our Fort Wayne facility. You will operate and monitor packaging machines, feed materials, and ensure quality conformance while maintaining a clean work area.

Applicants should follow GMPs, participate in safety programs, and complete required food safety training. The role offers a direct impact on product quality and team success in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines.
• Start machines by engaging controls.
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur and report 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 work area in neat condition.
• Record product, packaging and order information on forms and records as required.
• Follow plant quality practices including GMPs.
• Supports Food Safety initiatives by completing required training.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English language

Education

High School or better in General

Job description

Locations

Showing 1 location

Fort Wayne, IN 46804, USA

• On-site
• Manufacturing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MACHI003459

Description

Currently offering a $3,000 sign on bonus and referral bonus up until December 31, 2026!

• 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.

D&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 value that guide everything we do:

• D edicated to Excellence– We hold ourselves to high standards in safety, sustainability, quality, and service.
• W inning with Success– We keep improving to deliver more for our customers and community.
• F ocused on Service– We listen, act fast, and support both our customers and each other.
• P eople 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
• 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

Education

Required

High School or better in General.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.