Machine Operator - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shift

Maker’s Pride, LLC; Lakeville (MN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flex spending accounts

Disability insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

401k

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Maker's Pride in Lakeville, MN is seeking a Machine Operator for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts. You will set up equipment, perform minor adjustments, and run packaging lines while meeting quality standards.

Starting pay is $23.40/hour with shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts. We offer health, dental, vision, FSA, disability, paid holidays and vacation, plus 401(k) and wellness programs. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of GMPs and HACCP or willingness to learn.
• Sufficient math skills to calculate quantities.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle small tools.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and write in English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs set ups on equipment for product runs.
• Operates equipment and makes adjustments to meet specs.
• Inspects packages and documents results to ensure quality.
• Stages and checks materials for quick changeovers.
• Completes all required documentation.
• Maintains a clean, organized work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

GMP knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Math skills

Organizational skills

English reading/writing

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Machine Operator - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shift

Lakeville Plant 6, 21850 Grenada Avenue, Lakeville, Minnesota, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:00 AM

What We Want to Give You:

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including:

• health/dental/vision insurance
• flex spending accounts
• short & long-term disability
• paid holidays and vacation
• bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.)

Job Summary:

The Machine Operator performs set-ups, makes minor adjustments and operates packaging equipment. Identifies acceptable or unacceptable product quality per customer requirements. Performs wash and changeover of equipment. Machine Operators will need to be reliable and able to work with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) at all times.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs accurate set ups on equipment in preparation for particular product runs.
• Operates equipment and adjusts as necessary to ensure equipment is operating correctly and meeting quality specifications.
• Inspects and tests packages, and documents results to ensure equipment is operating correctly and meeting quality specifications.
• Stages and checks required materials for quick and accurate change overs in production.
• Completes and assembles all required documentation associated with the position.
• Maintains works area in a clean and organized manner.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs and the HACCP program or willing to learn.
• Sufficient math skills to calculate quantities of material required for orders being run.
• Good organizational and communication skills in order to prioritize work and communicate changes to line workers.
• Must have the ability to handle small tools.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and write in English preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Manufacturing environment - exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures.
• Depending on which location, our environments can be very warm or refrigerated.
• Team environment - must be able to work well with others and communicate in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to stand up to 80% of the time scheduled
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. unassisted and 40-75 lbs. assisted.
• Must be able to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, as well as across shifts.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Starting Pay: Machine Operator Level I $23.40/hr., a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90 th day of employment.

This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Lakeville Plant 6, 21850 Grenada Avenue, Lakeville, Minnesota, United States of America