Machine Operator I - Packaging - 1st & 3rd Shift

Maker's Pride; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Short & long-term disability

Paid holidays and vacation

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Maker's Pride in Terre Haute, IN seeks a reliable Machine Operator to set up, adjust, and run packaging equipment per customer specs. You will ensure GMP compliance, perform changesover, document results, and maintain clean work areas. Overtime and weekend shifts are common; strong math, communication, and safety mindset required.

GMP/HACCP knowledge preferred. Responsibilities include accurate equipment set ups, quality checks, and proper changeovers with timely documentation; experience with

Qualifications

• Must have GMP and HACCP knowledge or willingness to learn.
• Sufficient math skills to calculate quantities of material.
• Good organizational and communication skills to prioritize work and inform line workers.
• Ability to read and write in English is preferred.
• Must be able to work overtime and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate set ups on equipment for product runs.
• Operates equipment and adjusts to meet quality specs.
• Inspects and tests packages and documents results.
• Stages and checks materials for quick changeovers.
• Completes and files all required documentation.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

GMP knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Math skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Reading & writing English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

What We Want to Give You:

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including:

• health/dental/vision insurance
• flex spending accounts
• short & long-term disability
• paid holidays and vacation
• bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.).

Hours of Operation:

Monday through Friday + Overtime/Weekends

3rd Shift: 10:00PM to 6:30AM

Job Summary:

The Machine Operator performs set-ups, makes minor adjustments and operates packaging equipment. Identifies acceptable or unacceptable product quality per customer requirements. Performs wash and changeover of equipment. Machine Operators will need to be reliable and able to work with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) at all times.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs accurate set ups on equipment in preparation for particular product runs.
• Operates equipment and adjusts as necessary to ensure equipment is operating correctly and meeting quality specifications.
• Inspects and tests packages, and documents results to ensure equipment is operating correctly and meeting quality specifications.
• Stages and checks required materials for quick and accurate change overs in production.
• Completes and assembles all required documentation associated with the position.
• Maintains works area in a clean and organized manner.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs and the HACCP program or willing to learn.
• Sufficient math skills to calculate quantities of material required for orders being run.
• Good organizational and communication skills in order to prioritize work and communicate changes to line workers.
• Must have the ability to handle small tools.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and write in English preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Manufacturing environment - exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures.
• Depending on which location, our environments can be very warm or refrigerated.
• Team environment - must be able to work well with others and communicate in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to stand up to 80% of the time scheduled
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. unassisted and 40-75 lbs. assisted.
• Must be able to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, as well as across shifts.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.