Machine Operator Chocolate Production

Weaver Nut Company; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Weaver Chocolates is seeking a dependable Machine Operator to support panning, enrobing, and depositing chocolate products on our production line. You will help keep operations safe, efficient, and compliant with food safety standards, while supporting daily goals.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to read procedures. Prior machine operation experience is preferred; a high school diploma or GED is welcome.

Qualifications

• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic are required.
• Prior machine operation experience preferred.
• Experience in chocolate, confectionery, or food manufacturing is a plus.
• Leadership or team lead experience is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn are essential.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate chocolate production equipment used for panning, enrobing, and depositing.
• Monitor equipment, product flow, and finished product quality.
• Load and unload tanks, trays, tubs, pans, ingredients, and production materials.
• Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, adjustments, basic troubleshooting, and cleaning.
• Complete required production, quality, cleaning, and food safety documentation accurately.
• Perform routine quality checks and report product or equipment concerns.
• Follow all company safety, food safety, GMP, SQF, sanitation, and allergen control procedures.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and production-ready.
• Communicate equipment, quality, material, safety, or production concerns to the appropriate team members.

Skills

Dependable attendance

Strong work ethic

Machine operation

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

English literacy

Documentation accuracy

Team communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Weaver Chocolates is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented, and hands-on Machine Operator to join our chocolate production team. This role is responsible for operating and supporting chocolate production equipment used for panning, enrobing, and depositing chocolate and confectionery products. The Machine Operator helps keep production running safely and efficiently while supporting product quality, team members, food safety standards, and daily production goals.

Schedule Monday-Thursday, 4 days x 10 hrs., overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate chocolate production equipment used for panning, enrobing, and depositing.
• Monitor equipment, product flow, and finished product quality.
• Load and unload tanks, trays, tubs, pans, ingredients, and production materials.
• Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, adjustments, basic troubleshooting, and cleaning.
• Complete required production, quality, cleaning, and food safety documentation accurately.
• Perform routine quality checks and report product or equipment concerns.
• Follow all company safety, food safety, GMP, SQF, sanitation, and allergen control procedures.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and production-ready.
• Communicate equipment, quality, material, safety, or production concerns to the appropriate team members.

Qualifications

• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Prior machine operation experience preferred.
• Chocolate, confectionery, food manufacturing, or production experience is a plus.
• Leadership, line lead, or team lead experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written procedures, safety rules, and production instructions.
• Proficient English reading, writing, and basic math skills.
• Ability to complete documentation accurately.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with others.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, climb steps/platforms, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with machinery, moving parts, noise, food ingredients, and cooler or refrigerated conditions.

Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Preferred Experience

Experience with chocolate panning, enrobing, tempering, tanks, conveyors, or similar confectionery equipment is helpful but not required. Familiarity with SQF, GMP, sanitation, allergen control, or food safety standards is also helpful.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is reliable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and committed to producing high-quality chocolate and confectionery products. The right candidate takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail, communicates well, and is willing to lead by example.

Compensation

Compensation: $22 - $24 hourly

• Operate chocolate production equipment used for panning, enrobing, and depositing.
• Monitor equipment, product flow, and finished product quality.
• Load and unload tanks, trays, tubs, pans, ingredients, and production materials.
• Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, adjustments, basic troubleshooting, and cleaning.
• Complete required production, quality, cleaning, and food safety documentation accurately.
• Perform routine quality checks and report product or equipment concerns.
• Follow all company safety, food safety, GMP, SQF, sanitation, and allergen control procedures.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and production-ready.
• Communicate equipment, quality, material, safety, or production concerns to the appropriate team members.