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Food Operator
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A Food Production Worker operates machinery used to prepare and cook food, and produces packaged food to sale to retail or wholesale customers.
$35,411 / year median in Michigan
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Title:
Food Operator Job Description The Food Operator plays a key role in a refrigerated food and beverage production facility that produces hummus and salsa. This position focuses on operating filler machines that dispense product into plastic containers while following strict food safety, quality, and sanitation standards. The role requires comfort working in cold environments, wearing full personal protective equipment, and managing multiple machine-related tasks on 2nd shift. Responsibilities Operate and oversee filler machines that fill plastic containers with food products such as hummus and salsa. Learn and follow the complete production process for making products in the food areas. Follow all SQF and GMP policies and procedures to maintain high food safety and quality standards. Report any food safety or quality concerns to quality personnel or management immediately. Keep supplies neat, organized, and properly protected throughout the shift. Perform wash-down and cleaning of machines according to the changeover flow chart and sanitation procedures. Monitor fill levels and perform periodic weight checks on containers, adjusting weights as needed to meet specifications. Ensure the correct cups and packaging materials are used according to customer requirements. Maintain a sanitation bucket and cleaning materials available at all times while operating equipment. Troubleshoot basic machine issues such as adjusting seals, replenishing cups, and adding lids as needed. Use scales to verify product weights and make adjustments based on adding or subtracting product. Navigate and use computer interfaces related to machine operation, production tracking, or quality checks. Work assigned 2nd shift hours (12:00 pm- 8:30 pm or 2:30 pm
- 11:00 pm) and support production needs as scheduled.
- 2:30 pm, 2:30 pm
- 11:00 pm, and 10:30 pm
- 6:00 am, with this position focused on 2nd shift hours. The environment emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to food safety standards while working with industrial machinery and scales. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ferndale, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $16.25
- $16.
- 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Ferndale,MI.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings