Machine Operator — Fast-Paced Plant Floor with Growth

GardenCore; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 54,443,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Group retirement savings program

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

GardenCore is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator in Rocky Mount, NC to operate Premier Tech machinery, perform preventive maintenance, set up production, and ensure consistent quality across shifts.

You will monitor sensors and equipment, follow safety protocols, and maintain clean work areas while meeting daily production targets. Team collaboration and reliability are essential.

This is a full-time role with benefits, retirement plans, and opportunities for growth within GardenCore.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in trades specific to job requirements.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of safety principles, such as lock-out/tag-out.
• The employee must have the capability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and the whole body.
• Ability to think independently while successfully functioning in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Observe equipment operation and components, such as sensors, limit switches, proximity switches, conveyor belts, and photo eyes, to detect machine malfunction
• Operate equipment to optimum efficiency to meet quality, cost and operational requirements of daily schedules
• Notify management of any production, safety, quality or environmental concerns with equipment, operation or facility
• Knowledge of bagging specifications, ranges, targets to meet quality standards
• Daily cleanup of production work area with assistance from other personnel
• Understand and complete daily production forms accurately
• Perform routine maintenance of production equipment to include lubricating, fueling, and cleaning
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GardenCore is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator in Rocky Mount, NC to operate Premier Tech machinery, perform preventive maintenance, set up production, and ensure consistent quality across shifts.

You will monitor sensors and equipment, follow safety protocols, and maintain clean work areas while meeting daily production targets. Team collaboration and reliability are essential.

This is a full-time role with benefits, retirement plans, and opportunities for growth within GardenCore.