Job Description
Job Description
Production Operator – 3rd Shift
Pay: $21.00/hour | Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
Looking for a dependable Production Operator to join a fast-paced food manufacturing team! This position involves operating production equipment, handling bulk ingredients, monitoring product quality, and supporting daily manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate is safety-minded, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a hands-on production environment.
Position Details
- Shift: 3rd Shift – 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM
- Schedule: Monday night through Saturday morning
- Pay: $21.00/hour (includes $1.00 night shift differential)
- Overtime: Possible Saturdays
- Drug Test & Background Check: Required
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor production equipment to ensure efficient workflow.
- Organize, stage, weigh, scan, verify, and load bulk ingredients.
- Assist with mixing, filling, packaging, and labeling products.
- Monitor production processes, scales, sifter screens, and equipment settings.
- Break down, clean, and reassemble equipment between production runs.
- Complete equipment checklists, batch verification, and production documentation.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organized production area throughout the shift.
- Immediately report equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, or safety hazards to the Shift Lead.
Requirements
- Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred.
- Ability to read and understand instructions in English and complete basic production paperwork.
- Basic math skills, including working with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- Basic computer skills.
- Experience following GMPs and workplace safety procedures preferred.
- Forklift certification preferred or willingness to become certified.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
Physical & Work Environment
- Standing and walking for extended periods.
- Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, and lifting.
- Repeatedly climbing stairs throughout the shift.
- Working around production machinery, noise, heat, cold, steam, and flour/sugar dust.
- Must be able to tolerate food allergens, including peanuts, eggs, dairy, gluten, wheat, soy, seafood, and shellfish.
Interested in a steady overnight production opportunity paying $21/hour? Apply today!