General Production Worker

Production Machine OperatorThis role focuses on operating and setting up automated packaging machinery that fills, cuts, seals, and packages sauce packets and containers in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing environment. You will ensure equipment runs smoothly, troubleshoot issues such as jams, and maintain product quality by following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety standards.ResponsibilitiesSet up automated packaging machinery, including auto packagers, cutters, and fillers, according to production requirements.Load and replace film and rolls on packaging machinery to maintain continuous production runs.Adjust machine components such as hoses and blades to ensure proper operation and product quality.Enter and update production orders and runs into the computer system to configure machinery settings.Operate machinery that fills, cuts, seals, and packages sauce packets and sauce containers according to specifications.Monitor machines during operation, quickly identify issues, and take corrective action to minimize downtime.Manage and clear machine jams safely, including unclogging product or packaging materials.Inspect products for defects and verify that finished goods meet quality and packaging standards.Connect hoses to tankers, kettles, and fillers as needed to support mixing and packaging processes.Climb ladders and access mezzanines above machinery or kettles/tanks to perform machine checks, adjustments, and connections.Follow GMP guidelines at all times, including cleanliness, proper handling of materials, and adherence to safety procedures.Perform general production and packaging tasks as needed, including packing finished products and supporting line changeovers.Collaborate with team members and leads to meet production goals, maintain a clean work area, and support continuous improvement.Essential SkillsAt least 1 year of experience working in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) environment.At least 1 year of packaging experience in a production or manufacturing setting.At least 1 year of manufacturing experience, preferably in a food or packaging facility.Experience with machine operation or machine operating in a production or packaging environment.Ability to safely lift up to 40 lbs individually on a regular basis.Comfort working at heights and climbing ladders, including working on a mezzanine above machinery, kettles, or tanks.Familiarity with general production, general labor, and packing tasks in a manufacturing environment.Ability to operate and adjust packaging machinery, including understanding of basic mechanical adjustments (hoses, blades, film).Comfort using computer interfaces to set orders and runs into machinery.Strong attention to detail to identify product defects and maintain quality standards.Willingness to consistently follow GMP requirements, including hygiene and cleanliness standards.Additional Skills & QualificationsBilingual communication skills.Experience with blending or batch mixing processes.Background working with packaging machinery in a food production environment.Familiarity with blenders, mixers, kettles, and tanks used in production.Ability to work effectively across multiple shifts, including days, evenings, nights, or weekends as scheduled.Strong problem-solving skills for troubleshooting machine jams and minor equipment issues.Reliability and punctuality in a fast-paced production setting.Comfort working in a structured environment with defined processes and quality standards.Why Work Here?You will join a profitable and growing organization that partners with well-known brands in the food industry and continues to expand its operations. The company offers clear opportunities for career advancement, allowing you to grow into lead roles, mechanics positions, or senior operator roles with potential for increased pay. Once converted to a permanent role, you become eligible for benefits and insurance, supporting long-term stability and security. The facility maintains a positive, professional atmosphere where hard work, reliability, and initiative are recognized and rewarded.Work EnvironmentThe facility is a very clean, GMP-compliant production and packaging environment that uses automated packaging machinery, kettles, tanks for mixing, and inventory storage areas. The production floor consists of multiple tanks, machinery, and packaging lines and is temperature controlled, though it can feel slightly warmer around the cooking kettles and active machinery. The workplace is described as a very nice facility with pleasant smells and an overall positive atmosphere. Team members work around operating equipment and must feel comfortable climbing ladders and working on mezzanines above machinery, kettles, and tanks. The dress code includes wearing hairnets, beard nets as applicable, no jewelry, work pants, and non-slip boots to meet GMP and safety standards. Multiple shifts are available, including weekday and weekend options, providing flexibility for different scheduling needs while supporting continuous production operations.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Broadview, IL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.05/hr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)