Machine Operator
Owatonna, MN, US
Light Industrial
High School or equivalent
Full Time, Temp to Hire
18
Experienced (Non-Manager)
On-site
Food and Beverage Production
Second Shift (Afternoon)
Owatonna, MN, US
18
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Full Time, Temp to Hire
Food and Beverage Production
On-site
Light Industrial
High School or equivalent
Second Shift (Afternoon)
Job details
Finding a job that matches your lifestyle can be challenging, but Kelly® is here to help. We are currently hiring Production Workers / Machine Operators for a leading food manufacturer in Owatonna, MN.
What We Offer:
- Training Provided: Learn to operate machinery and drive a forklift!
- 4-Day Work Week:
- 1st shift: $18/hr, 6 AM to 4:30 PM (Mon-Thurs)
- 2nd shift: $19/hr, 4 PM to 2:30 AM (Mon-Thurs)
- 1st shift: $18/hr, 6 AM to 4:30 PM (Mon-Thurs)
- Weekly Pay: Temp-to-hire in 90 days or less.
- Benefits Available: Comprehensive benefits through Kelly after 30 days.
What You’ll Do as a Machine Operator/Production Worker:
- Operate machines to produce food products.
- Record materials, machine functions/readings, and finished goods.
- Adjust machine settings to ensure product quality.
- Identify and troubleshoot machine issues.
- Clean and maintain machines and support equipment.
- Weigh, identify, and load raw materials.
- Disassemble, clean, and reassemble machine parts.
- Operate forklifts to move the finished product (training provided).
- Organize production supply storage areas.
- Stock pallets and package production supplies.
Why Apply:
- 4-day work week
- Weekly pay
- Benefits available through Kelly after 30 days or less
- Temp-to-hire within 90 days, with a pay increase and additional benefits including 401K and PTO
- Safe and clean working environment
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, production, factory, assembly, stocking, machine operation, or food handling
- Preferred experience with large home improvement stores, moving companies, or large appliance delivery
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds (up to 100 pounds with assistance)
- Ability to pass a written test for forklift certification (training provided)
- Basic computer skills
Physical requirements include frequent lifting of 35 lbs., bending, reaching, stooping, walking, and moving throughout the shift.
Additional Information:
- Kerry Foods is a smoke and tobacco-free facility. Smoking and tobacco use is prohibited on-site, including during breaks and in vehicles.
- No jewelry, false eyelashes, hair extensions, false fingernails, or fingernail polish allowed. No chewing gum, food, drinks, or cell phones on the floor.
- Possible allergens: Nuts/Flour
If you have experience in similar roles and are looking for a new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join our team.
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