Machine Operator - Nights

Bel; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 33,916 - 36,988; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Bel seeks Machine Operators for its Traverse City, MI location. This full-time role encompasses operating machinery for food production, testing quality, and complying with safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience. The position offers an hourly wage between $24.62 and $26.85, plus bonuses and comprehensive benefits. Join Bel in their mission to support healthier eating habits in America.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for an entire shift (12+ hours) and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment; experience in the food industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine on high-speed production and food processing lines.
• Test pH, viscosity, brix, and flavor additives using quality devices.
• Inspect product for quality during the process.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Computer skills

Basic math skills

Competency with weights and measures

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Technical/Trade School preferred

Job description

Overview

At Bel, we are not just a company—we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives.

The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

Sign-On and Referral Bonus

• Sign-On Bonus: $1,000, paid in two installments of $500 each—one after 90 days and another at 180 days from your start date.
• Referral Bonus: $500 bonus to the referring employee once the new hire completes 90 days.

Schedule and Shift

• Hourly Production team operates on a 12-hour rotating schedule. This position is for the Night Shift, 5:30 PM to 6:00 AM.
• Shift Rotation: 2-2-3 pattern with two weeks repeating.

Week 1: Monday – Work; Tuesday – Work; Wednesday – Off; Thursday – Off; Friday – Work; Saturday – Work; Sunday – Work.

Week 2: Monday – Off; Tuesday – Off; Wednesday – Work; Thursday – Work; Friday – Off; Saturday – Off; Sunday – Off. The two-week rotation then repeats.

Job Summary

This posting covers three potential Machine Operator positions—Tetrapak, Volpak, or Ixapak—that may be available at the time of application. The specific position cannot be guaranteed. As a Machine Operator at Materne, North America in Traverse City, MI, you will operate machinery on high-speed production and food processing lines.

Compensation

$24.62 – $26.85 per hour.

Position Responsibilities

Tetra Pak

• Operate Tetra Pak machine – mixing of materials and products
• Load ingredients into Tetra Pak machine according to Materne’s specifications
• Work with computer interface to monitor equipment
• Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication)
• Test pH, viscosity, brix, and flavor additives using quality devices
• Break down machinery with hand tools to clean and sanitize
• Receive/inspect materials and accept or reject per specifications
• Observe materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
• Detect equipment problems and troubleshoot
• Operate industrial carts and power hand carts
• Inspect product as it moves through the manufacturing process for quality
• Complete paperwork and document downtime

Volpak

• Operate high-speed manufacturing equipment via touchscreen/HMI
• Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity
• Inspect product for quality during the process
• Conduct sample testing and record data
• Operate industrial carts, power hand carts
• Perform troubleshooting and basic maintenance
• Clean work area and sanitize equipment
• Complete daily paperwork and reports

Ixapak

• Operate Ixapak machine in a high-speed environment
• Work with computer interface to monitor and start/stop equipment; reset robotic arm positions after line shutdown
• Load materials into Ixapak machine
• Set machine to adjust number of pouches for different packaging sizes
• Understand mechanical operation to adjust and manipulate Ixapak machine
• Break down machinery with hand tools to clean and sanitize
• Observe materials to identify contamination or foreign materials
• Inspect pouches for uniformity and quality
• Detect equipment problems and troubleshoot
• Document tracking sheets for machine efficiency and downtime
• Operate industrial carts, power hand carts

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand for an entire shift (12+ hours) and lift up to 40 lbs.

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred; Technical/Trade School preferred.

Experience

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment; experience in the food industry is a plus.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Computer skills
• Basic math skills
• Competency with weights and measures

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location

In person

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Bel Brands is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation or assistance in using the website, please call 312-462-1500. If you think that this job is for you, please click now on the button "Apply".