Machine Operator

Machine Operator

$20 - $23 per hour + Overtime Opportunities + PTO + Paid Holidays + Health Benefits

Newport News, Virginia (Commutable from Hampton, Yorktown, Williamsburg and Norfolk)

Are you a Machine Operator with experience working around production equipment, looking to join a growing manufacturing environment where you can progress into supervisor in the future?

On offer is an opportunity to join an established food manufacturing operation in a brand new facility, where you will receive hands-on training on specialist equipment and play an important role in maintaining efficient production.

The company has an excellent team culture and is continuing to grow its production capabilities, with plans to introduce a new shift in the future. This creates opportunities for individuals to develop their skills, become cross-trained and potentially progress into senior or supervisory responsibilities.

This role would suit a hands-on Machine Operator with good mechanical aptitude, who is comfortable operating production equipment, making basic adjustments and troubleshooting issues to keep production running smoothly.

The Role:

• Operate and monitor automated filling and packaging machinery.
• Set up equipment, make adjustments and complete production changeovers.
• Carry out basic troubleshooting and quality checks, identifying issues with filling, labelling and product flow.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized production environment, following food safety procedures.

The Candidate:

• Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Good mechanical aptitude, with the ability to make basic machine adjustments and troubleshoot issues.
• Reliable, hands-on approach with good attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

Keywords: Machine Operator, Production Operator, Manufacturing Operator, Production Technician, Packaging Operator, Line Operator, Machine Technician, Equipment Operator, Bottling Operator, Filling Machine Operator, Filling Line Operator, Packaging Machinery, Automated Machinery, Production Line, Manufacturing Equipment, Machine Setup, Machine Adjustments, Machine Changeovers, Equipment Changeovers, Basic Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, Mechanical Aptitude, Mechanical Troubleshooting

Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.