Machine Operator I - 1st Shift

schwans; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payday

Paid time off (2 weeks first year)

Paid holidays

Personal days

Health insurance

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Schwan's is hiring for a full-time production role in a food manufacturing setting in Ohio. The position runs on the 1st shift with starting pay of $21.00 per hour and opportunities for advancement.

You'll be involved in setting up equipment, controlling line speeds, performing quality checks, and completing required production paperwork using SAP and SOPs. The role requires basic education and ability to lift up to 50 lbs, with overtime and weekend flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 0–1 year of relevant experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable with physical labor in a fast-paced, production environment.
• Be able to stand and walk on concrete floors for long periods and work in varying temperature conditions.
• Flexible working overtime, weekends, and alternative shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and pre-running equipment to ensure proper production startup.
• Controlling line speeds, batch formula, production rates, starting and stopping equipment, and overall product appearance and safety.
• Completing various quality checks.
• Completing all required paperwork (for example: downtime, HACCP, etc., utilizing SAP, SOPs, Safety operation, training, as appropriate).

Skills

Physical labor

Stand/walk on concrete

Overtime flexibility

Production environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Starting Pay: $21.00 per hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 5:15 am - 2:00 pm

What We Offer:

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
• Comprehensive Benefit Package, including:
  • 3 Health Plans
  • 2 Dental Plans
  • 2 Vision Plans
  • Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full-time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!

What You Will Do:

• Setting up and pre-running equipment to ensure proper production startup.
• Controlling line speeds, batch formula, production rates, starting and stopping equipment, and overall product appearance and safety.
• Completing various quality checks.
• Completing all required paperwork (for example: downtime, HACCP, etc., utilizing SAP, SOPs, Safety operation, training, as appropriate).

What You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED with 0--1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Comfortable with physical labor in a fast-paced, production environment.
• Be able to stand and walk on concrete floors for long periods and work in varying temperature conditions.
• Flexible working overtime, weekends, and alternative shifts as needed.

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].