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Doherty Staffing Solutions

Machine Operator 2nd Shift

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A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.

$39,404 / year median in Minnesota

-5% projected decline

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Job Description

We are new in town and looking for great people with great attitudes and who share our values….could this be you? We are GROWING and so could YOU! About us Hi there! Hannah and Brady, founders of Seven Sundays®, first discovered and fell in love with muesli on their honeymoon in New Zealand. Upon returning home to the US, they realized the breakfast aisle was seriously lacking in clean, quality options. Hannah rolled up her sleeves and got to work on the first Seven Sundays® muesli recipe, first sold in a Minneapolis farmers market in 2011. We are now one of the fastest growing breakfast brands-our Upcycled Cereals, Muesli, Granola and Protein Oats are sold in over 9,000 stores including Target, Whole Foods, Kroger, Costco, Sam's Club, and Sprouts. We are rethinking the food system from the ground up, making cereals that improve the health of the people & planet. Proudly a B Corp since 2019, the heart of the business remains the same as we grow: a small team hustling to create a better breakfast, one that works in harmony with nature and benefits all
  • from the soil, to our farmers, to you. Our Core Values Think outside the box
  • we are curious and bold, we push through the unknown Underdog mentality
  • we quietly and confidently defy the odds Care deeply
  • we are thoughtful with everything we do, no matter how small
Role Description Job Title:
Machine Operator Department:
Production Shift:
1st shift (4am to 4:30pm) or 2nd shift: 4pm to 4:30am
  • NO WEEKENDS
Location:
St. Peter, Minnesota The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining packaging machinery in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role ensures that equipment runs efficiently and safely while producing high-quality packaged food products.
Key Responsibilities:
Set-up, operate, monitor, and adjust packaging machines to ensure proper output, efficiency and quality Perform film roll changes, weight adjustments, and raw material handling Perform start-up, changeover, and shut-down procedures Inspect equipment for issues, troubleshoot and correct mechanical issues Record production data and complete required documentation accurately Follow safety and food quality guidelines and regulations Communicate with maintenance and supervision about equipment issues, and recommended solutions Forklift certified, or the ability to become forklift certified within the first 14 days of employment Maintain food safety standards for cleanliness and organization of work area Serve as safety champion within the production floor Required qualifications: High school diploma or
GED Preferred:
2-year Associates in Industrial Technology 2 years of previous Machine Operator experience;
Preferred:
Experience in a food manufacturing or general manufacturing environment Ability to work alternating 3 day/week shift, and 4/day week, 12-hour shifts with additional overtime periodically Demonstrated ability to work and lead others following safety procedures and protocols Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods (12-hour shifts) Ability to excel at the physical demands of the role, including; pushing, pulling, lifting, walking, standing, and bending
  • throughout the entire shift Demonstrated mechanical aptitude proficiency and troubleshooting skills on varying food handling machines Understanding of GMPs, food safety, and workplace safety procedures and protocols Required to be able to read, write and communicate in English, including technical instructions and manuals
Preferred:
Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in Spanish
  • including technical instructions Demonstrated ability to follow directions
  • both written and verbal Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work with team members and Supervisor Continuous improvement mindset Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and execute on multiple competing priorities Great team player, while also being able to think independently and proactively Great "Can do", respectful attitude Demonstrated attitude of caring about the Seven Sundays® brand, product and customer experience Culture and safety champion
Meets Expectations:
Able to make independent adjustments of line equipment
  • to ensure all production standards are met or exceeded, including food safety, quality, efficiency while minimizing re-work Proactively monitor material and packaged goods weights, and assist Packers on line as needed Completes all paperwork accurately and on-time
Good:
Leads and assists work direction of Packers on their line Proactively and independently makes equipment adjustments correctly
  • to ensure all production standards are met or exceeded, including food safety, quality, efficiency while minimizing re-work and scrap Effectively communicates with Material Handler and QA Tech, completes all required paperwork accurately and on-time
Great:
Leads work direction of Packers on their line Leads work direction of Material Handler and able to make proactive decisions and adjustments Demonstrated ability to do efficient start-ups, shutdowns and changeovers with little outside help Effective and detailed communication at shift change, including; required paperwork completion and leaves descriptive comments on any issues
Exceptional:
Able to independently set-up, changeover, and shut-down line Able to independently troubleshoot and problem solve simple to complex issues on varying equipment Proactively leads their line effectively and with effective, respectful communication Exceeding production efficiency numbers while ensuring tolerances are being adhered to Continuous improvement mindset: anticipates and escalates potential problems with recommended solutions Able to run any and all lines, including unique machines. Ability to complete all required paperwork independently and effectively, while also communicating any issues. Demonstrated curiosity to learn more machines and grow in their role and career Machine Operator Training Program 1st day: Food Safety Training, Safety Training, Uniform, Time-Clock, Handbook, Break times, Time-off requests Tour production with supervisor or available manager Start training on a line, buddy with a peer Review product specification and the number of pouches in a FG Learn how to pack pouches into cases Learn how to build trays and label boxes Learn how to palletize cases on pallets Learn how to check seals and lot code information Learn how shift change works Learn best clean-up practices Learn WASTE and how it is monitored Complete QA Tech 1st week training "the basics" 2nd day to 1st
Week:
Review a job folder and IDP sheet Understand the item specification Efficient at packing Snackies, Protein Oats, Cereals, and Muesli Fully understand how waste is recorded Helpful during clean-up process Efficient at labeling case boxes and building trays Understands quality defects Learns weight monitoring & metal detector check importance Follows all Global Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements Start shadowing Machine Operators (MO's) Learn Part numbers and importance of food integrity (Organic, Gluten Free (GF), Allergens) 2nd week to 1st
Month:
Learn how to fill out IDP/Packaging Work Order paperwork Learn when and how to change lot codes Learn how to work printers Learn how to stop/start tapers, box erectors, conveyor belts, x-rays, metal detectors Start training on Massman or Lee or Horizontal or Semi-automatic as production schedule allows Learn how to feed pouches or do a film roll changeover Learn how to make weight adjustments Learn how different filling equipment works Learn how to make line adjustments in regards to weight, seal, pouch formation, pouch feed, and fill Learn how to effectively communicate with supervisor, QA, and packers After 1st Month to 90 days: Be able to set-up, changeover, and shutdown all packaging lines Be efficient in film changeovers and raw material feeding of lines Understand the importance of weight monitoring and weight adjustments Able to operate the Lee independently Able to operate the Matrix independently Able to operate the Hayseen independently Able to operate a semi-automatic line independently Able to operate the Massman independently Able to operate a forklift Full comprehension of a job folder and the paperwork required Understand waste and start to learn Lean principles Always follows Safety and GMP protocols
Job Title:
Machine Operator
  • 2nd
Shift Location:
St.
Peter, MN Compensation:
$18.00
  • 20.00 per hour
  • paid weekly
Schedule:
2nd Shift | Rotating 3-day / 4-day workweek | 4:00 PM-4:30
AM Job Type:
Temp | Full-timeAbout the Opportunity Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Machine Operator workers for a food production company in St. Peter, MN. In this role, you'll operate and monitor packaging equipment to support efficient, high-quality food production in a safety-focused environment. If you enjoy hands-on work, mechanical problem-solving, and working long shifts with consistent hours and weekly pay, this opportunity could be a great fit. Read below for more information!

What You'll Do as a
Machine Operator:
Set up, operate, monitor, and adjust packaging machines to meet quality and efficiency standards Perform start-ups, changeovers, shutdowns, and film roll changes Inspect equipment, troubleshoot issues, and make mechanical adjustments as needed Handle raw materials, including weight adjustments and material movement Complete production documentation accurately and record key data Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and organization of the work area Communicate equipment issues and improvement ideas with maintenance and supervision What You Need to Bring to the
Machine Operator Role:
High school diploma or GED 2+ years of machine operator experience in a manufacturing or food production environment Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting experience with production equipment Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts (3 days one week, 4 days the next) with occasional overtime Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand, walk, bend, push, and pull for 12-hour shifts Forklift certification or ability to become certified within the first 14 days Ability to read, write, and communicate in English, including technical instructions Why You'll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and opportunities for long-term stability. As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business, Doherty provides personalized support from local recruiters and maintains a strong reputation built on trust, service, and positive candidate experiences. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Ready to Apply? Click Apply Now to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the Machine Operator
  • 2nd Shift role, contact our Mankato jobs office at 507-387-5009.
Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.