Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Lakeside Foods • Manitowoc, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together – valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there’s a seat at the table for you.
At Lakeside Foods, we are not your typical packaging and warehouse. Our Packaging Center in Manitowoc is clean, safe, and full of energy. As a Machine Operator Team Member in our Frozen Department, you will be part of a team that values hard work, supports each other, and takes pride in delivering quality product. Whether you are starting your career or looking for a stable, rewarding job, this is a place where you can grow and thrive.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, preferred.
• Effective communication skills.
• Basic math function.
• Able to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to maintain proper confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 lbs.
• Safety mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Quality Control experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance work, requiring moderate skill levels on all associate equipment on a packaging line, including mixing operation.
• Lubricate, adjust, and clean packaging machine.
• Maintain and set up machinery on the packaging line.
• Examine poly to ensure that the correct poly is being applied to the designated product and lot.
• Examine the cartons to ensure that the cartons are printing according to buyer's specifications.
• Maintain proper palletizing of the finished cases using slip sheets when necessary.
• Inspect and compare pallet tickets against pallet load to ensure accuracy.
• Responsible for all line reporting by computer or paper.
• Supervise the Line Personnel on his/her respective line.
• Assist in training new Line employees and/or new Machine Operators.
• Responsible for work accomplished by the personnel in the Frozen Packaging Department.
• Adhere to all Lakeside Foods policies and procedures.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages based on experience.
• Affordable, market-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation and personal time after 30 days of employment.
• Retirement plan with company match of 50% up to 6% of pay.
• Prescription safety glasses and safety shoe reimbursement.
• Paid training, on-site and off-site, to help you succeed.
• A clean, safe, and fun work environment with a strong safety record.
• Schedules that support work/life balance.
• A family atmosphere where your contributions are valued.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees