Machine Operator - Overnight Shift

Ken’s Foods, Inc.; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ken’s Foods, Inc. in Marlborough, MA is seeking a Machine Operator to run packaging-line equipment efficiently and safely while maintaining product quality and production standards. The role reports to the plant and supports the line by stacking cases, inspecting bottles, and handling paperwork.

The starting rate is $22.00 per hour, with opportunity for advancement based on performance. Employment is subject to drug testing, background checks, and pre-employment assessments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent, plus up to 3 months related experience or training.
• Employment contingent on drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment on the packaging line to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Maintain quality and production standards while operating the equipment.
• Develop an overall knowledge of the entire production line and its workflow.
• Stack and un-stack cases and pack boxes.
• Inspect bottles and cases for quality and labeling accuracy.
• Communicate any product changes, packaging differences, or labeling updates clearly.
• Complete necessary paperwork accurately and on time.

Skills

Packaging line operation

Quality standards

Communication

Paperwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY

Are you interested in a career in manufacturing? If so, come join an amazing team in our state-of-the-art facility located in Marlborough, MA. We are looking for Machine Operators to help deliver our brand of dressings, marinades and BBQ sauces.This position is responsible for operating production equipment efficiently and safely on the packaging line while maintaining quality and production standards at all times. Whether you’re in our state-of-the-art facilities or in our corporate headquarters, you’ll enjoy a warm company culture and get all the tools you will need to succeed in your career. The starting rate for this position is $22.00/hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to operate an equipment on the packaging line
• Maintain quality and production standards while operating equipment
• Possess overall knowledge and understanding of the entire production line.
• Ability to stack and un-stack cases; pack boxes.
• Ability to inspect bottles and cases.
• Ability to communicate and understand numerous product changes, boxes, labels, etc.
• Ability to complete necessary paperwork

FOOD SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Producing product free of contamination
• Following all Ken’s Foods SQF, Security and GMP policies
• Reporting any suspicious activities anywhere in or around the plant
• Inspection of work area for any possible product contamination issues on a continuous basis

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent; and up to one month to three months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment with Ken’s Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment.