Night Shift Machine Operator I — Food Manufacturing

CJ Schwan’s; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

Up to 2 weeks paid time off first year

7 paid holidays and 2 personal days

Health plans (3)

Vision plans (2)

Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4%

Disability plans

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Caregiving support

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s is hiring for a full-time production associate in Wisconsin. Starting pay is $20.50 per hour with a $1.50 shift differential for night hours, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. This role involves setup, line control, and quality checks in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

You will complete paperwork, including downtime and HACCP records, using SAP and SOPs. A high school diploma or GED and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required. Overtime and weekend shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 0–1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand on concrete floors and work in varying temperatures.
• Flexibility for overtime, weekends, and alternative shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and pre-run equipment for production startup.
• Control line speeds, batch formula, and production rates; ensure safety and product appearance.
• Complete quality checks and required paperwork (downtime, HACCP).
• SAP, SOPs, and safety training documentation as appropriate.

Skills

Physical stamina

Production line

Teamwork

Quality checks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

CJ Schwan’s is hiring for a full-time production associate in Wisconsin. Starting pay is $20.50 per hour with a $1.50 shift differential for night hours, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. This role involves setup, line control, and quality checks in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

You will complete paperwork, including downtime and HACCP records, using SAP and SOPs. A high school diploma or GED and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required. Overtime and weekend shifts are expected.