Machine Operator I - Packaging - 3rd Shift

Maker's Pride; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Maker's Pride in Terre Haute, IN is seeking a 3rd shift Machine Operator to set up and run packaging equipment, ensuring GMP compliance and meeting customer quality specs.

You will perform changeovers, document results, and maintain a clean, safe work area while working overtime and weekends as needed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and basic math, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds; prior manufacturing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• GMP awareness and HACCP knowledge are preferred.
• Basic math skills to calculate quantities for orders.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
• Must be able to read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate set ups on equipment for product runs.
• Operates and adjusts equipment to meet quality specs.
• Inspects packages and tests results, documenting outcomes.
• Stages materials for changeovers and ensures readiness for production.
• Completes documentation and maintains a clean, organized work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

GMP awareness

HACCP knowledge

Math skills

Communication skills

English reading/writing

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Small 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

Hours Of Operation

Monday through Friday + Overtime/Weekends

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.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.