Machine Operator I-2nd Shift

JOHN B SANFILIPPO & SON, INC; Bainbridge (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

Company Paid Life, Accident and Disabl

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off, Wellness Days, Parental

Family Planning Program and Adoption

Employee Assistance Programs

HSA with Company Match + FSA options

Job summary

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator I to operate and lead a packaging line, ensuring production KPIs are met with minimal supervision. You will set up machines, perform changeovers, troubleshoot the line, and maintain quality and safety standards on the production floor.

The role requires basic mechanical/electrical skills, ability to lift up to 50–60 lbs, strong communication, and the ability to train other operators. Evening overtime may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing work experience, preferred.
• Capable of following verbal and written directions.
• Basic problem recognition and resolution on the line being operated.
• Ability to communicate effectively and lead teams on the production floor.
• Mechanical, electrical, and analytical abilities with standard tools.
• Basic computer literacy to understand QAD and scanners.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Good communication and ability to follow directions; English reading/writing.
• Basic math skills; good manual dexterity, vision and mobility.
• Able to frequently lift/move up to 50 lbs and occasionally 60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Sets up machines, loads materials, conducts changeovers and monitors efficiency.
• Troubleshoots lines and reports issues to team lead or supervisor.
• Performs maintenance to reduce downtime and conducts preventive tasks.
• Follows work orders, quality controls and sanitation procedures.
• Performs quality checks and material waste assessments.
• Trains other level I machine operators on specific tasks.
• Performs pre- and post-production checks and maintains a clean work area.
• Maintains safety standards and ensures a compliant, audit-ready workspace.

Skills

Lead teams

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical ability

English literacy

Problem solving

Communication

Math skills

Manual dexterity

Prior experience

Education

High school

Tools

QAD

Scanners

Job description

Job Details

• Base Pay $18.65 - $26.10 / Hour
• Job Category Production
• Industry Manufacturing
• Employee Type Full-Time
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Summary of Position

The Machine Operator I operates, leads and maintains a packaging machine (Bagger/Filler, Indexer, Capper, Case Packer/New England, Kitchen, Robot/Stacker) and/or a production line and ensures it is running efficiently and meeting all quality and production KPIs with minimum supervision.

Functions of the Position

• Sets up machines (loading, dies, films, settings), conducts mechanical changeovers and monitors machines to make sure it is running efficiently.
• Troubleshoots lines, reports any issues to team lead or supervisor or manager and participates in line
• Repairs and eliminates downtime repeats. Conducts weekly/bi-weekly machine preventative maintenance on machine(s).
• Follows work order, quality controls and sanitation procedures concerning weights, packs, descriptions, dates UPC’s, cleanup and changeovers.
• Performs quality control and material waste checks.
• Directly instructs machine line personnel in specific job duties.
• Trains other level I machine operators.
• Performs pre-operational checks, and complete all forms needed for pre-and postproduction.
• Maintains and exceeds production, quality and safety standards.
• Loads product into hopper. Also stacks, packs, and other duties in the workplace as necessary. Trains line personnel on specific job tasks.
• Cleans machine properly after production runs or changeovers.
• Maintains a clean, audit ready and organized and safe work area with tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and wiping/cleaning equipment and carries out any additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Knowledge

• Prior manufacturing work experience, preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Capable of following verbal and written directions.
• Basic problem recognition and resolution on the line being operated.
• Ability to communicate effectively and lead teams on the production floor.
• Mechanical, electrical, and analytical abilities including experience using standard tools for machine troubleshooting.
• Basic computer literacy (to understand QAD and scanners).
• Capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow directions.
• Ability to speak, write and read English.
• Basic math skills.
• Good manual dexterity, vision and mobility.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

Job Specific Requirements

This position is subject to mandatory overtime based on business needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Company Paid Life, Accident and Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, Paid Wellness Days, Paid Parental Leaves, Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Family Planning Program and Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Programs
• HSA (with Company Match), Health FSA, and Dependent Care FSA

For a full listing of our extensive benefits package, please refer to the Careers page on our website, located here: https://jbssinc.com/careers/