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Machine Operator III - 2nd Shift

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Apr 2026

💰 $42,000/yr

About the role

Starting Pay: $21.25 per hour
Additional $1.50 shift differential from 2:30 p.m. -- 4:00 a.m.
Shift: 2nd
Hours: 3:30 pm - 1:30 am What We Offer:

Weekly Friday pay
Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
Comprehensive Benefit Package, including:
- 3 Health Plans
- 2 Dental Plans
- 2 Vision Plans
- Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full-time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement! What You Will Do:

Control line speeds, batch formula, production rates, starting/stopping equipment, safety, and overall product elegance.
Performance of quality checks.
Completes all required paperwork (for example: downtime, HACCP, etc.)
Utilize SAP and SOPs as appropriate.

What You Will Bring:

High school diploma or GED.
5+ years of experience.
Ability to operate multiple machines safely with minimal supervision and obtain necessary production specifications.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and perform physical activities (Lifting up to 50 lbs., and bending, carrying, pushing, pulling and other activities as needed).
Ability to stand on concrete and work in hot and/or cold temperatures.

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email career.search@schwans.com.