Machine Technician

Socket.dev; Hurricane (UT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Dental, Health, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off + Personal Day

Biweekly pay

8 Holidays

Paid sick time after 6 months

Shift Differentials

Career advancement programs

Job summary

Litehouse Foods is recruiting for a Machine Tech I (Operator) on night shift in Hurricane, UT. You will operate and adjust production machinery, perform changeovers, and maintain safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and ability to work overtime. Light maintenance, strict food-safety adherence, and a focus on high-quality outputs are expected from the candidate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Mechanically inclined preferred.
• Experience operating one production machine or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written communication in common language.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and lead key machinery for efficient output of quality products.
• Set up, operate and adjust machinery as needed.
• Perform changeovers and washes to meet specifications.
• Maintain clean work area and follow housekeeping standards.
• Adhere to Food Safety policies and report concerns to supervisor.
• Ensure products meet customer and quality requirements.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Teamwork

Communication

Overtime availability

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Join Litehouse as a Machine Tech I (Operator)! Night Shift

Location: Hurricane, UT
Shift: 6pm-6am C/DNight Shift
Starting Pay:$18.77/hr
Additional Pay: D/C Shift is $3/hr

Would you like to work for a 100% employee-owned food manufacturing company with an outstanding reputation as both a community leader and a great place to work? If so, read on!

The Machine Technician I operates a minimum of one production machine in an area or department and performs basic preventative machine maintenance and troubleshooting.

About Litehouse Foods

Litehouse started in the Hope, Idaho restaurant of the Hawkins family 60 years ago. Since that time, we have become the leader in refrigerated salad dressings, dips, sauces, herbs, and cheese, manufacturing these delicious products at our four U.S. facilities based in Michigan, Utah, Virginia, and Idaho. Litehouse offers its diverse portfolio of products through general retail, e-commerce, foodservice, deli, member stores, and value-added goods where Litehouse products are featured in meal and salad kits. We keep a strong commitment to our employees and the communities in which we operate.

Great People Deserve Great Benefits!

• 401(k) + 401(k) Matching
• Dental, Health, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off + Additional Personal Day
• Biweekly pay
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid sick time after 6 months
• Shift Differentials
• Career advancement opportunities and recognition programs

What You'll Do

• Operate and lead key machinery, striving for efficient output of quality products.
• Set up, operate and adjust machinery.
• Perform changeovers and washes that meet or exceed specifications.
• May be responsible for breaking co-workers.
• Responsibility to adhere to Food Safety policies and report food safety and quality concerns to their supervisor.
• Ensure products produced meet customer and quality requirements.
• Ensure products produced meet customer and quality requirements.
• Perform basic maintenance/controls, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Responsibility to adhere to Food Safety policies and report food safety and quality concerns to their supervisor.
• Maintains clean work area and participates in housekeep throughout the facility and grounds.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma/GED Strongly Preferred.
• Mechanically inclined preferred.
• Fully trained and experienced in the operation of one production machine as defined at each plant and/or equivalent work experience.
• Must have strong verbal and written communications skills with ability to express ideas professionally, effectively and efficiently in the common language.
• Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with all contacts inside and outside of the company with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task, focus and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to frequently work overtime and weekends as necessary.
• Must be able to work scheduled shifts and meet attendance requirements.

At Litehouse, we don't just make great products-we build great teams. If you're looking to grow with a company that values quality, integrity, and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

We do not offer sponsorship

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.