Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Fermented Food Holdings, Inc.; Town of Bear Creek (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401-K with Company match

Paid holidays

Health, dental and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (health/dep

Health Savings Accounts,

Company sponsored disability and life

Job summary

Fermented Food Holdings, Inc. in Bear Creek, WI, is seeking a reliable Machine Operator (1st Shift) to support daily production on a fast-paced line.

You will operate, monitor, and adjust equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and quality output while following SOPs and GMPs. You will perform routine checks, assist with setup and changeovers, report issues, maintain records, and keep a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment operation.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety rules, and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment to maintain efficient and consistent output.
• Perform routine equipment checks and basic troubleshooting to help minimize downtime.
• Follow work instructions, standard operating procedures, and production schedules.
• Identify and report equipment issues, quality concerns, or safety hazards to supervisors or maintenance.
• Support setup, changeovers, and cleaning of equipment as needed.
• Ensure products meet quality standards through visual checks and basic measurements.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation.
• Follow all safety guidelines, GMPs, and company policies at all times.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to support daily production goals.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Follow procedures

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Full Time Bear Creek, WI, US

Salary Range: $22.05 To $25.79 Annually

DELICIOUS FOOD THAT IMPROVES LIVES

At Fermented Food Holdings (FFH), we’re passionate about harnessing the transformative power of food to enhance lives through high-quality, delicious, fermented products. By making the unique benefits of these foods accessible, we’re driving health and lifestyle improvements while transforming the future of food. We value talent, creativity, and authenticity, fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone’s contributions make us better. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a growing industry and help create a healthier, happier world—one bite at a time.

About the role:

We’re looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Machine Operator to support daily production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating, monitoring, and adjusting production equipment to ensure products are made safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

As a Machine Operator, you will play a key role in maintaining consistent production flow, identifying and responding to equipment issues, and ensuring all work is completed in compliance with safety, quality, and food manufacturing standards. You will work closely with team members and supervisors to support production goals and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

If you take pride in hands-on work, enjoy working with equipment, and thrive in a team-oriented production setting, we want to hear from you.

You’ll get to:

• Operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment to maintain efficient and consistent output.
• Perform routine equipment checks and basic troubleshooting to help minimize downtime.
• Follow work instructions, standard operating procedures, and production schedules.
• Identify and report equipment issues, quality concerns, or safety hazards to supervisors or maintenance.
• Support setup, changeovers, and cleaning of equipment as needed.
• Ensure products meet quality standards through visual checks and basic measurements.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation.
• Follow all safety guidelines, GMPs, and company policies at all times.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to support daily production goals.

Must-haves:

• 1–3 years of manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment operation.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety rules, and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as needed.

How you differentiate yourself:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and safety.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Mechanical curiosity with a willingness to learn troubleshooting and equipment operation.
• Dependable, consistent, and able to adapt to changing production needs.

• 401-K with Company match
• Paid holidays, as well as paid time off
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health/dependent) and Health Savings Accounts,
• Company sponsored short term and long-term disability, as well as life insurance
• Additional voluntary insurance plans are available to meet your lifestyle needs

Fermented Food Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, as we know that each of our employees helps to make us better. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. Come join us.