Machine Operator - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Machine Operator - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Job Category: Production Requisition Number: MACHI005943

Posted: July 7, 2026

Location: Elwood, IN 46036, USA

Job Details

Description

Responsibilities:

Perform responsibilities as paste delivery, utility, seamer operator, relief, depalletizer, etc. as directed by supervisor. During periods of downtime, clean and/or sweep floor. Keep area neat and orderly. Be knowledgeable of all job functions related to production. Work as a team player with members of the crew and others in the plant. Adhere to all Red Gold policies, rules and regulations, including GMP's and safety.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma, General Educational Development Diploma (GED) or equivalent experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must be able to understand and carry out basic instructions while performing manual labor related tasks. Must be able to successfully use basic, math, writing, and reading skills necessary to complete the required paperwork and projects. Good Communication Skills. Accurate. Detail oriented. Able to handle pressure. Team oriented. Able to work well with others. Multi-task oriented. Must be willing to learn and operate multiple pieces of equipment throughout processing. Able to work 45-60 hours/week with occasional overtime to cover for absenteeism and Fresh Pack requirements. Go over the operating equipment, work processes, quality standards, and safety procedures related to the position. Must be trainable to do all jobs in the processing area.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct: None. Indirect: None.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to crouch. The employee may occasionally lift items as heavy as 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may include the employee's ability to see near and far distances.

Job Competencies:

Ethics/Integrity/Trust. Attitude and Commitment. Diversity. Customer Service - Company Engagement. Quality. Cost Consciousness.

Other:

Responsible for monitoring, record keeping and taking appropriate actions for specific Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan and pre requisite program requirements. Responsible to report food safety and quality issues to management.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School or better.

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