Food Production Machine Operators

Food Production Machine Operator

We are seeking experienced Food Production Machine Operators to join a busy specialty food manufacturing operation in Nashville. This facility produces high-volume, flavorful food products and sauces and is looking for dependable operators who understand the demands of a fast-paced food production environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating and monitoring production equipment in a food manufacturing or high-volume production environment.

If you have experience setting up, adjusting, troubleshooting, or monitoring food production machinery, we want to hear from you!

Benefits Once Hired On:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan

Food Production Machine Operator Compensation and

Hours:

• Location:
  
  Nashville, TN
• Shifts:
  
  1st & 2nd Shift
• Pay: $23+
• Position Type:
  Temp-to-Hire with Full-Time Opportunities
• Overtime:
  Plenty of overtime opportunities available

Food Production Machine Operator Skills and

Qualifications:

• Previous food manufacturing or food production experience strongly preferred
• Previous machine operation experience required or highly preferred
• Experience operating production, packaging, filling, processing, or similar machinery
• Experience working with sauces, prepared foods, seasonings, or other food products is a plus
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and make appropriate decisions during production
• Basic math skills with the ability to accurately measure, count, calculate quantities, and follow production specifications
• Ability to recognize equipment issues and make basic adjustments or notify maintenance as needed
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
• Ability to follow GMP, food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment

Food Production Machine Operator

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate, monitor, and assist with the setup of food production machinery
• Make basic machine adjustments to maintain proper production flow
• Monitor equipment throughout the production process and identify issues
• Use critical thinking to troubleshoot production issues and determine appropriate adjustments
• Load raw materials and remove finished products from machinery
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet company standards
• Package, label, stack, and palletize finished products
• Follow established production rates, procedures, and specifications
• Complete required production and quality documentation
• Perform equipment cleaning and sanitation according to food safety standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production area
• Assist with other production duties as needed

Food Safety & Facility Requirements:

• GMP guidelines must be followed at all times
• No jewelry or fingernail polish permitted
• Hairnets and beard nets are required
• Hats may not be worn over hairnets
• Slip-resistant, steel-toed shoes are required

If you have food manufacturing and machine operation experience, strong critical thinking and basic math skills, and are looking for a long-term opportunity with $18+ pay and plenty of overtime potential, apply today!