2nd Shift Lead Machine Operator - Chocolate Production

About the Role

Weaver Chocolates is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented, and hands‑on 2nd Shift Lead Machine Operator to join our chocolate production team. This role is responsible for operating and supporting chocolate production equipment used for panning and enrobing chocolate and confectionery products.

The Lead Machine Operator helps keep production running safely and efficiently while supporting product quality, team members, food safety standards, and daily production goals.

Experience in chocolate, confectionery, food manufacturing, or machine operation is , but we are willing to train the right candidate.

• Operate chocolate production equipment used for panning and enrobing
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• Lead and support 2nd shift production team members.
• Monitor equipment, product flow, and finished product quality.
• Load and unload tanks, trays, tubs, pans, ingredients, and production materials.
• Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, adjustments, basic troubleshooting, and cleaning.
• Complete required production, quality, cleaning, and food safety documentation accurately.
• Perform routine quality checks and report product or equipment concerns.
• Follow all company safety, food safety, GMP, SQF, sanitation, and allergen control procedures.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and production-ready.
• Communicate equipment, quality, material, safety, or production concerns to the appropriate team members.

• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Prior machine operation experience .
• Chocolate, confectionery, food manufacturing, or production experience is a plus.
• Leadership, line lead, or team lead experience .
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written procedures, safety rules, and production instructions.
• Proficient English reading, writing, and basic math skills.
• Ability to complete documentation accurately.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with others.
• High school diploma or GED .

Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position,
with or without reasonable accommodation
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• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, climb steps/platforms, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment with machinery, moving parts, noise, food ingredients, and cooler or refrigerated conditions.

Experience with chocolate panning, enrobing, tempering, tanks, conveyors, or similar confectionery equipment is helpful but not required.

Familiarity with SQF, GMP, sanitation, allergen control, or food safety standards is also helpful.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, safety‑focused, mechanically inclined, and committed to producing high‑quality chocolate and confectionery products. The right candidate takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail, communicates well, and is willing to lead by example.

Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Weaver Nut Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.