DIRECT HIRE - Canning Line Operator | Weekend Operations (Friday-Sunday)

Parallel Employment•New Berlin, WI

2d•$41,600 - $45,760

About The Position

The Canning Line Operator works on a high-speed beverage canning team, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. The role involves setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining canning-line equipment and responding promptly to equipment issues and production interruptions. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with 36 hours worked and pay for 40 hours. Training takes place during weekday hours, with flexible training schedules available. Overtime or additional hours may be required when business needs require.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of machine operation and troubleshooting experience.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Reliability, accountability, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to work additional hours when business needs require.
Strong sense of urgency and constant attention to equipment performance; proactively address machine faults and slowdowns.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per shift.
Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, kneel, climb, and work around production equipment.
Frequent use of hands and arms to operate machinery, controls, and tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience in food, beverage, bottling, canning, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain high-speed canning-line equipment, including fillers, seamers, packaging equipment, and shrink wrappers.
Monitor production performance to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
Identify and respond quickly to equipment issues and production interruptions.
Communicate mechanical concerns to Maintenance as needed.
Follow safety requirements, GMPs, sanitation procedures, and quality standards.
Support production needs through overtime when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) with carryover option.
Paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with affordable family coverage.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions.
Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee referral bonuses.
Additional company-sponsored benefits and perks.
Weekend shift premium.
Pay for 40 hours while working 36 hours.