Machine Ops 1 - 3rd shift

Reser's Fine Foods; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reser’s Fine Foods is seeking a Machine Operator 1 at our Production location in the United States. The role involves setting up, maintaining, and operating basic food processing machines to produce intermediate products. You will load materials, adjust settings, and monitor outputs to meet quality specifications.

Candidates should read, write, and speak English; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Experience in food production and a safety‑conscious mindset are valued.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• English/Spanish bilingual a plus.
• Able to work with attention to detail and safety standards.
• Willingness to learn and improve.

Responsibilities

• Operates basic machines to combine raw and processed ingredients into intermediate food products.
• Sets up machines for Production runs, including loading materials and adjusting settings.
• Observes machine operation to ensure quality and conformity to company guidelines.
• Inspects parts to specifications and makes adjustments or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications.
• Cleans and sanitizes machines according to company guidelines and machine specs.
• Ensures product date, weight, and temperatures are within established guidelines.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area.
• Displays positive attitude toward people, equipment, and company policy.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Follows company safety guidelines, HACCP requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Regular, reliable attendance and punctuality is required due to working with people, items and equipment that are at the facility.

Skills

English literacy

Bilingual en/es

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Job description

Recipe for Success

Reser’s is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated foods for the supermarket and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser’s has been a proud sponsor of good times at picnics, BBQs, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser’s family of brands include Reser’s American Classics, Main Street Bistro, Don Pancho, and more. Reser’s operates facilities in the US, Mexico and actively supports the communities it serves.

Benefits and Culture

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser’s offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever‑changing needs of our employees. Full‑time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all‑out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees what to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs – https://resers.com/careers/#benefits

Reser’s Fine Foods – Job Description

Title: Machine Operator 1

Location: Production

Reports to: Line Technician or Production Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Job Summary

Set‑up, maintain, and operate basic food processing machines that produce intermediate food products.

Essential Position Functions

• Operates basic machines to combine raw and processed ingredients into intermediate food products.
• Sets up machines for Production runs, including loading materials and adjusting settings.
• Observes machine operation to ensure quality and conformity to company guidelines.
• Inspects parts to specifications and makes adjustments or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications.
• Cleans and sanitizes machines according to company guidelines and machine specs.
• Ensures product date, weight, and temperatures are within established guidelines.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area.
• Displays positive attitude toward people, equipment, and company policy.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Follows company safety guidelines, HACCP requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Regular, reliable attendance and punctuality is required due to working with people, items and equipment that are at the facility.

Education And Experience

• Experience operating machinery is preferred.
• Food industry experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English and be understood.
• English/Spanish bilingual a plus.
• Able to work with attention to detail and safety standards.
• Willingness to learn and improve.
• Team player required to work closely and collaborate with others.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

• Refrigerated food manufacturing plant.
• The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from 25°F to 110°F.
• Repetitively lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Requires walking and standing for long periods of time.
• Production demands may require overtime and/or evening or weekend scheduling.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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