Machine Operator- Food Production; 2nd Shift
Listed on 2026-09-08
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Manufacturing / Production
Food Production, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line
Job Description
Job Description
Machine Operators play a key role in keeping our food manufacturing process running efficiently and safely. Job duties involve operating, monitoring, and maintaining production equipment to ensure quality products and smooth operations.
Job duties may include:
- Obtain daily mixing sheet from Lead Person.
- Inspect equipment such as tanks and pipes to ensure clean and sanitized. Inspect oil, water and vinegar lines and pumps to ensure proper connection.
- Ensure ingredients on list are available. Check correct raw material, weights and numbers are in accordance to specifications i.e. organic, non-gmo, specific brand, specific color, etc.
- Pour ingredients into mixing tank. Turn valve to permit measured amounts of liquids such as oil, water and vinegar flow into mixing tank. Observe agitation and mixing to insure thorough blending.
- Monitor equipment to ensure proper operation; make adjustments as needed. Report any malfunctions to Lead Person or Supervisor.
- Submit samples from tank to Quality Control for chemical analysis. Report any out of specifications/range results to Supervisor. Report any shortages and or spills. Report and record any changes and/or adjustments made. Report any products on HOLD and WIP and reason.
- Follow exact mixing procedures. Compare sample to standard sample to ensure mixture meets color and texture specifications.
- Operate and maintain filling and capping machinery.
- Inspect and ensure cleanliness of filling & capping areas.
- Check for proper fit of bottles, caps, and product labels.
- Adjust machine settings to match bottle sizes and product fill levels.
- Collaborate with the Lead Person to confirm the correct product for each run.
- Perform routine checks for defective bottles, caps, and off-color or contaminated products.
- Flush hoses to ensure proper product flow before starting a new batch.
- Regularly monitor product temperature and adjust fill levels to meet specifications.
- Keep track of bottle and cap supply to prevent shortages during production.
- Perform basic maintenance tasks, including greasing machines and changing injector seals.
- Obtain production schedule.
- Print labels for finished goods and ensure accuracy.
- Ensure label supply.
Required Qualifications and Competencies
Spanish a plus
Communication skills verbal and written, reading comprehension, active listening, problem solving, coordination, service orientation, multitasking
Preferred Qualifications and Competencies
Spanish a plus
Verbal and written communication skills, reading comprehension, active listening, problem solving, coordination, service orientation, multitasking
Expected Working Hours
This is a full-time position, and basic hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends. Hours depending on shift. 2nd shift starts at 2 pm.
Work Environment
This job operates in a food production environment where raw materials are put through a process to produce a finished good that is suitable for consumption. This role is routinely surrounded by machinery, high/low lighting, temperature fluctuation, continuous noise and smells. May be exposed to chemical ingredients, sanitizers and cleaning agents.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
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