woodlandfoods
Machine Operator 2nd Shift
At a Glance
- Location
- Waukegan, Illinois, United States
- Employment
- internship
- Experience
- 2+ years
Key Requirements
Certifications
- GMP
- HACCP
- SAFe
Domain Knowledge
- Education
- Environmental
- Food & Beverage
- Government
- Insurance
- Legal
- Manufacturing
- Medical
- Regulatory
Benefits & Perks
ng-term disability, vision insurance, flexible spending account, health savi
Requirements
Must be flexible with hours, possibility for OT
Ability to lift 50lbs
Skills/Abilities
Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to direct and support line crew.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt to different production lines.
Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
Responsibilities
The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient setup and operation of Woodland Gourmet’s production and packaging machinery within a dry powder food manufacturing environment. This role ensures all products meet required specifications, quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Responsibilities include leading the line crew, maintaining product flow, performing equipment adjustments, reporting production activities, and supporting sanitation and food safety requirements.
Equipment Operation & Line Management
Set up, operate, and monitor fillers, coders, scales, case sealers, tape machines, and other production machinery or equipment.
Perform machine changeovers, routine adjustments, and basic troubleshooting to maintain optimal line efficiency.
Ensure daily on-time line starts and direct the line crew to complete production runs efficiently.