Machine Operator (28273, 2nd Shift 3:30-2am)

Truly Good Foods; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 51,577,344 - 57,308,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

HSA & FSA

Short Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Long Term Disability

Job summary

Truly Good Foods in Charlotte, NC is seeking a reliable Machine Operator on the 2nd shift (3:30 PM–2:00 AM) to run packaging equipment and ensure output meets quality standards.

You will follow schedules, load packaging, monitor seals, label finished boxes, and palletize for shipment while keeping the work area safe and clean. Forklift experience is preferred; overtime and weekend work may be required. Competitive pay ranges from $18.00 to $20.00 per hour with full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Language: ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and write simple correspondence.
• Math: basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Responsibilities

• Read schedule to obtain work orders and volume of packages to be produced.
• Select, position, and secure packaging materials.
• Load hopper with correct product and adjust machine controls for quality.
• Maintain clean work area and follow safety rules.
• Able to work overtime and weekends when needed.

Skills

Language

Math

Reasoning

Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Machine Operator (28273, 2nd Shift 3:30-2am)

Application Deadline: 28 August 2026

Department: Production

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Charlotte

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour

Description

Job Summary

The Machine Operator operates production machine(s) that packages a variety of products.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Job Duties

• Reads schedule to obtain work orders and volume of packages to be produced.
• Selects, positions, and secures packaging such as film, cubes, boxes, containers, etc.
• Positions and secures proper former and loads hopper with correct product.
• Moves controls to adjust print and checks seals for quality (bags).
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of packaging to specifications.
• Labels boxes that have been inspected and signed off by supervisor.
• Packages packaging in labeled boxes and loads pallets for shipment.
• Cleans and maintains work area and equipment.
• Able to be forklift certified (if needed).
• Able to work overtime and weekends when needed.
• Follow and practice safety rules and regulations.
• In keeping with our value of Customer Satisfaction, this position is expected to provide high-quality customer service to our internal and external customers, vendors, and others alike.
• Adheres to company Policy and Procedures.
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
• Communicates regularly with supervisor and about department issues.
• Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize.
• Consistently reports to work on time, prepared to perform duties of position.
• Meets department productivity standards.
• May perform other duties as required.

Scope of Responsibility

• This job follows standard practices and procedures, and is expected to accomplish work assignments with a limited amount of supervision.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Language Ability: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read and understand English.
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills: Ability to function/control/program machine’s internal computer system

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior forklift training and experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. Able to stand for a long period of time.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a plant/production floor environment and disruptions occur infrequently.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Benefits

• Affordable healthcare (medical/dental/vision)
• Opportunity to participate in the Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short Term Disability Insurance paid by the company
• Basic life Insurance equals to your annual salary paid by the company
• Employee Assistance Program - paid by the company
• Long Term Disability InsuranceExample