Machine Operator I - Packaging - All Shifts & C/D Crew

Maker’s Pride, LLC; Ohio; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Maker’s Pride, LLC is hiring a Machine Operator to set up and run packaging lines, perform minor adjustments, and ensure product quality per customer specs. The role requires GMP compliance, ability to read and follow procedures, and reliable attendance.

The position involves shift work on 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts with potential overtime, in a manufacturing environment. Benefits include health coverage, paid holidays, and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of GMPs and HACCP or willingness to learn.
• Strong math skills to calculate material quantities.
• Good organizational and communication skills to prioritize work.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment for product runs.
• Operate equipment and adjust to meet quality specs.
• Inspect packages and document results.
• Prepare materials for changeovers in production.
• Complete required documentation for position.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Reading/Writing English

Teamwork

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
• bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.)

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.

Hours of Operation:

Monday through Friday + Overtime/Weekends

1st Shift:

6:00A M to 2:00PM

2nd Shift:

2:00PM to 10:00PM

3rd Shift:

10:00PM to 6:00AM

Panama Shift Pattern (2-2-3)

C/D Crew:

6:00PM to 6:00AM

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.