Machine Operator I - Packaging - 3rd Shift

Maker’s Pride, LLC; Michigan City, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flex spending accounts

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid holidays and vacation

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Maker's Pride, LLC seeks a Machine Operator I for 3rd shift in Michigan City, IN. You will operate packaging equipment and perform setup, changeovers, and quality checks.

You must meet GMP/HACCP requirements, have a high school diploma, and be able to read/write English. The role requires standing and lifting up to 40 lbs and offers benefits and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of GMPs and HACCP or willing to learn.
• Sufficient math skills for quantities and orders.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Sets up equipment for product runs.
• Operates and adjusts packaging equipment to meet quality specs.
• Inspects packages and documents results.
• Prepares materials for quick changeovers.
• Maintains a clean, organized work area.
• Completes required documentation.

Skills

English literacy

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Math skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Machine Operator I - Packaging - 3rd Shift

Michigan City, 502 West Highway 20, Michigan City, Indiana, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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

3 rd Shift: 9:50PM to 6:00AM

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.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Michigan City, 502 West Highway 20, Michigan City, Indiana, United States of America