Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift, Monday to Thursday

Jimmy Jazz; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 66,125,000 - 74,390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision

Holiday pay & PTO

Job summary

Ourvita is seeking a skilled Machine Operator I to join our manufacturing team, helping produce nutritional, cosmetic, and healthcare products. You will operate and monitor production equipment, perform setup, and maintain records to ensure quality and efficiency.

The role features a Monday–Thursday schedule, 4:20 PM–2:50 AM, with a quarterly bonus and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and PTO. We value safety, training, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year related field experience; or equivalent education/experience.
• High volume machine operating experience a plus.
• Food & beverage or pharmaceutical experience a plus.
• Small company (<500) experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently operate, monitor and maintain daily functions of production equipment (e.g., presses, cartoning, tubing, pouches, stick machines, wrappers, labelers).
• Set up and operate production machinery per procedures.
• Monitor processes and adjust for quality/efficiency.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues; maintain records of runs and performance.
• Ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance; train other operators.

Skills

English to read/write/speak

Reading technical documents

Mechanical aptitude

Communication with team

Numerical concepts

Independent work

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Presses

Cartoning machinery

Tubing machines

Labeling equipment

Job description

• Base Pay $24.40 / Hour
• Other Compensation Quarterly Bonus
• Job Category Production, Operations
• Industry Manufacturing
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Ourvita is a global contract manufacturer specializing in nutritional, cosmetic, and healthcare products. With nearly 3,000 dedicated colleagues worldwide, over 690 years of combined expertise and a strong focus on R&D and innovation, we partner with leading brands to deliver science-based, sustainable solutions that enhance well-being and bring innovative products to market. Our vision is for high-quality health and beauty products to be available when and where people need them, transforming lives and advancing healthcare worldwide through our commitment to development, distribution and building a network of global partners. We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Machine Operator I to join our team and contribute to this mission.

Schedule:

Monday to Thursday, 4:20 PM to 2:50 AM

Your responsibilities will include:

• Proficiently operate, monitor and maintain the daily functions of one or two pieces of production equipment. This could include equipment such as Presses, Cartoning, Tubing, Pouching, Stick Machines, Wrappers, Labelers, and accessories.
• Set up and operate production machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Monitor production processes and make necessary adjustments to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise.
• Maintain accurate records of production runs and machine performance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide training to other Operators as needed on equipment and SOP’s

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Safety Protocol:

Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.

Correct or report any observed safety hazards.

Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as deemed necessary from time to time.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One (1) year related field experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High volume machine operating experience a plus.
• Food & beverage or pharmaceutical experience a plus.
• Small company (<500) experience a plus.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Skills Required:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical documentation, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Moderate mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, maintenance and supervisors.
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out interactions furnished in written and oral form.
• Ability to define problems and establish facts.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage time when deadlines need to be met.

Summary

At Ourvita, we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and engaging work environment that fosters growth and development. We offer competitive market pay, quarterly bonus, and a benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Basic Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) benefits at no cost to employees
• Holiday pay and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for advancement
• Fitness discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement

If you are a motivated and skilled Machine Operator I with a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply today and join our dynamic team at Ourvita.