Machine Operator II-1st Shift

The Swan Food Company; Florence (KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

Paid time off (2 weeks first year)

7 paid holidays and 2 personal days

Health/Dental/Vision plans

401k with company match

Disability plans

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is seeking a full-time production associate for a food manufacturing environment in Kentucky. You will set up and pre-run equipment to ensure proper start-up, while monitoring line speeds, batch formulas, and equipment operation to maintain product quality and safety.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of manufacturing experience, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and flexibility for overtime or weekend shifts based on plant scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand/walk on concrete and work in cold/hot temperatures.
• Overtime or weekend availability based on plant scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Set up and pre-run equipment for production start-up.
• Control line speeds and batch formula production rates.
• Perform quality checks.
• Complete required paperwork (downtime, HACCP) using SAP SOPs.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Physical stamina

Stand/walk on concrete

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Starting Pay: $21.50 per hour
Additional $1.50 shift differential from 6 p.m. -- 6 a.m.
Shift:1

What We Offer:

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
• Comprehensive Benefit Package, including:
  • 3 Health Plans
  • 2 Dental Plans
  • 2 Vision Plans
  • Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full-time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!

What You Will Do:

• Setting up and pre-running the equipment to ensure proper production start-up.
• Controlling line speeds, batch formula production rates, starting and stopping equipment, and overall product elegance and safety.
• Responsible for various quality checks.
• Completing all required paperwork (for example: downtime, HACCP, etc., utilizing SAP SOP's Safety operation training as appropriate).

What You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of experience, ideally in a manufacturing setting.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. - bending, carrying, pushing, pulling and other activities as needed.
• Ability to stand/walk on concrete and work in cold and/or hot temperatures, and be available for overtime or weekends based on plant scheduling needs.

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. CJ Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].