Machine Operator II - 12 hr. Nights (6pm-6:30am)

LiDestri Foods, Inc. • Rochester, NY

9h • $23 - $24

About The Position

LiDestri Foods is a family-run food manufacturer based in Rochester, New York, employing more than 1,000 people across three U.S. locations. The Machine Operator II safely operates production machinery efficiently while maintaining product quality and complying with regulatory and company sanitation and safety guidelines.

The role includes setting up and operating machines, performing changeovers and troubleshooting, inspecting for product defects or machine malfunctions, and adjusting equipment as needed. The operator maintains GMP housekeeping standards, follows machinery SOPs, may be cross-trained on equipment, keeps accurate records, issues raw materials to work orders, and reports food safety or quality problems to personnel authorized to act.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Proficiency operating three or more production machines, or 3–5 years of relevant manufacturing experience, including operation, setup, changeovers, and troubleshooting of multiple machines.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a bump cap, hair net, ear plugs, beard net if applicable, Kevlar gloves, safety glasses, and leather skid-resistant work shoes or boots.
• Ability to apply basic computer and communication skills, perform math functions, and use reasoning.
• Ability to use various hand tools and equipment, including a knife, water hose, band cutters, can opener, scales, Telnet scanners, and tools required for position or product testing.
• Previous forklift operating experience for applicable work areas.
• Lockout/tagout certification.
• Continuous-improvement and team-oriented mindset.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous forklift operating experience for applicable work areas.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinery, perform changeovers and troubleshooting, detect product defects or machine malfunctions, and adjust machines as necessary.
• Maintain GMP housekeeping standards at and around machinery.
• Cross-train or train on equipment as directed by the manager.
• Perform standard operating procedures for machinery in the assigned area.
• Work safely in accordance with company safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain good attendance in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain and record accurate documentation.
• Maintain and issue raw materials into assigned work orders.
• Report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

Benefits

• Professional development, including unlimited online training courses.
• Health insurance with premium contributions.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Health savings account (HSA).
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays.
• Company bonuses.
• Career-pathing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED