Machine Operator II- 1st Shift

The Swan Food Company; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is hiring for a full-time production associate in a food manufacturing environment. You will prepare equipment, monitor line speeds, and ensure batch integrity while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long periods, and availability for overtime or weekends based on plant scheduling. Training and advancement opportunities are offered within a growing company.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Set up and pre-run equipment to ensure proper production start-up.
• Control line speeds and batch formula production rates; start/stop equipment safely.
• Perform quality checks throughout production.
• Complete required paperwork (downtime, HACCP) per SAP SOPs.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing

High school diploma or GED

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Overtime/weekends availability

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:
Hours:

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®, Freschetta® pizza, Mrs. Smith's®, 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].