Versatile Machine Operator - Production, Quality & Safety

Daily's Premium Meats; South Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Daily’s Premium Meats is seeking a Machine Operator to support daily production activities in Utah. You will set up and run production equipment, perform pre‑op checks, and help across departments as needed to meet quality, safety, and efficiency targets.

Ideal candidates have basic English, basic math skills, and the ability to follow GMP guidelines. This role requires physical work, lifting, and standing for long periods, with-shift scheduling based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write basic English.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to work with percentages and counts.
• Must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment and processes as needed.
• Complete pre-operational checks and ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Maintain equipment and perform basic cleaning, inspection, and lubrication (CIL) tasks.
• Identify and communicate production or equipment issues to management.
• Perform minor troubleshooting and support resolution of technical issues.
• Follow production schedules and meet required productivity expectations.
• Ensure products meet quality and specification requirements.
• Accurately complete production records and documentation.
• Minimize waste and maintain efficiency.
• Follow GMPs, safety policies, and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Handle raw and/or cooked product as required.
• Support material movement and general labor tasks.
• Rotate between job assignments and assist in other departments.
• Train and support team members as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

English communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Daily’s Premium Meats is seeking a Machine Operator to support daily production activities in Utah. You will set up and run production equipment, perform pre‑op checks, and help across departments as needed to meet quality, safety, and efficiency targets.

Ideal candidates have basic English, basic math skills, and the ability to follow GMP guidelines. This role requires physical work, lifting, and standing for long periods, with-shift scheduling based on business needs.