Machine Operator - Sandwich Line - 1st Shift

West Liberty Foods, LLC; Tremonton (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Machine Operator, where you'll play a crucial role in the production of high-quality meat and poultry products. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, utilizing various industrial machines to ensure safety and efficiency. You'll be responsible for maintaining equipment, adhering to food safety standards, and contributing to a team dedicated to excellence. If you're looking for a stable career with opportunities for growth, this is the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food manufacturing is preferred.
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines safely and efficiently according to company standards.
• Maintain proper meat quality and temperature.

Skills

Machine Operation

Basic Math Skills

Problem Solving

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Industrial Machines (Blender, Grinder, etc.)

Job description

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: MACHI004694

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• Posted : May 9, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Tremonton Plant
705 N 2000 W
Tremonton, UT 84337, USA

Tremonton Plant
705 N 2000 W
Tremonton, UT 84337, USA

West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. We are The Surprisingly Big Company, and we’re right in your backyard.

Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team environment!

We are currently hiring for:

Job Wage: $20.50 per hour

Job Summary: Machine Operator position is responsible for operating a machine in a safe and cost effective manner according to company standards. Machine Operators may operate a variety of machines that may include a Blender, Grinder, Stuffer, Tumbler, Slicer, Powered Industrial Truck, Forklift, etc.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain and correctly document proper documentation.
• Maintain proper meat quality and temperature.
• Operate machine and equipment in a safe and food safe manner.
• Operate a powered industrial truck safely if required.
• Responsible for proper set up and tear down of machinery and equipment.
• Installing and removing dies, molds, tooling.
• Ensuring proper pressures, temperatures, thickness, weights, sizing, mix times, etc.
• Load and unload machine.
• Operate a scanner and learn the required transactions in the process.
• Formulate batches according to current batch sheets.
• Complete all required HACCP documentation.
• Understands basic mechanics for machine and make minor adjustments as needed.
• Responsible for sanitation of work area.
• Troubleshoot mechanic issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds including above head and below the waist.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Must be able to work at line speed with the ability to make coordinated hand and finger movements.
• Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.
• Experience in food manufacturing or processing a plus.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Must be able to become certified on equipment including powered industrial truck or forklift if needed.
• Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.
• Must be able to problem solve.
• Candidates must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen and physical.

West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

West Liberty Foods is committed to providing all team members with predictable work schedules that accommodate the universal need to spend time away from work to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends. However, as a food manufacturer, West Liberty Foods is responsible for producing perishable products. To help ensure that our food products meet the quality and safety standards our customers expect, team members may, at times, be asked or expected to work overtime, weekends, or holidays. West Liberty Foods remains committed to its overtime, weekend, and holiday pay policies, and will schedule team members for those hours on a volunteer-first basis, whenever possible.

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online on our careersite at https://careers.wlfoods.com/.

The following benefits are available:

• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefits

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Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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