Machine Operator- 3rd Shift (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM)

LiDestri Food & Drink; City of Rochester, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career-pathing

Online training

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Company bonuses

Job summary

LiDestri Foods is seeking a Machine Operator for the 3rd shift (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM) in Rochester, NY. The role focuses on safely operating manufacturing machinery, ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include machine setup, operation, changeovers, troubleshooting, GMP adherence, and SOP execution. Candidates with forklift experience and LOTO certification are a plus, with opportunities for growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior machine operation experience preferred.
• Ability to wear PPE (hard hat, gloves, eyewear).
• Basic computer and math skills required.
• Forklift experience and LOTO certification are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery including setup, operation, changeovers and troubleshooting; detect defects and adjust as needed.
• Maintain GMP around machinery and follow sanitation standards.
• Perform SOPs for machinery in the assigned area.
• Cross-train or train on equipment as directed by the manager.
• Maintain and issue raw materials into assigned work orders.
• Report food safety and quality problems to the appropriate personnel.

Skills

Machine operation

Safety mindset

Basic math

PPE compliance

Continuous improvement

Team oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Lockout/Tagout

Job description

Machine Operator- 3rd Shift (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM)

Full Time Operatives Rochester, NY, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 6530

Salary Range: $20.47 To $21.64 Hourly

About LiDestri Foods

LiDestri Foods has grown from our roots as a pasta sauce and salsa manufacturer to become an R&D engine, formulating and producing innovative food products for our national and retailer brand partners. A family-run company based in Rochester, NY, LiDestri employs over 1,000 people across three U.S. locations. We have decades-long partnerships with some of the most respected consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies and the most highly inventive retailer brands.

Excellent Pay and Benefits

• Great career-pathing
• Professional development, including unlimited online training courses
• Health insurance with premium contributions
• 100% company paid life insurance and long-term disability
• 401k – with employer match
• Paid time off to include- vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays
• Company bonuses
• And many more...

POSITION SUMMARY

• Safely operate machinery with maximum efficiency, while maintaining product quality and following regulatory and company guidelines for sanitation and safety

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate machinery, to include machine set-up, operation, change overs, and troubleshooting, to detect product (raw or finished) defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary;
• Maintain GMP (good housekeeping) standards at and around machinery;
• Perform SOPs for machinery in assigned area;
• Cross training or training on equipment as defined by manager;
• Maintain and issue raw materials into assigned work orders;
• Work in a safe manner, consistent with company safety rules and regulations;
• Maintain good attendance record per company policy;
• Report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred;
• Prior machine operation preferred;
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (bump cap, hair net, ear plugs, beard net (if applicable), Kevlar gloves, safety glasses and leather, skid resistant work shoes/boots;
• Ability to apply basic computer and communication skills, math functions and reasoning;
• Ability to use various hand tools (knife, water house, band cutters, can opener, scales, Telnet scanners, various small hand tools as required for position/product testing);
• Previous experience operating a forklift (for applicable work areas);
• Lock out/tag out certified;
• Possess a continuous improvement and team orientated mind set.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to:

• Long periods of standing/moving, working around moving mechanical parts/conveyors
• Loud environment, hot/cold, wet/dry conditions
• Lifting/carrying <50 pounds
• Frequent reaching/pulling/climbing stairs/stooping/kneeling/bending

DISCLAIMER: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.