Machine Operator (Claxton)

Schreiber Foods•Carthage, MO

6d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator works at Schreiber’s Carthage, Missouri plant on Claxton Avenue, setting up and operating machinery that processes cheese for restaurants and retailers. The role includes monitoring equipment and performing quality checks to ensure customer requirements are met. Operators are expected to follow good manufacturing practices and safety procedures, and to wear required safety equipment provided at no cost. Openings include Casting Shred Cook Operator on evening or night shift and Singles Autocaser Operator on evening shift. Each position requires a two-year bid commitment. The listed pay starts at $24.43 per hour and reaches $28.62 after 24 months, with an additional $1.00 night differential. The listing headline separately states earnings up to $29.62 per hour in 24 months. Work schedules are Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. for evening shift, or Sunday night through Thursday night, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. for night shift. The role may involve operating an electronic pallet jack or forklift and working in cold or hot conditions. Applicants must pass a post-offer background check, physical, and drug screen.

Requirements

Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures.
Proficiency in reading and comprehension of English.
Pass a post-offer background check, physical, and drug screen.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including frequent lifting up to 50 pounds; specific Casting Shred Cook Operator tasks include lifting loads up to 70 pounds and pushing or pulling loads up to 80 pounds.
May be required to operate an electronic pallet jack or forklift and work in cold or hot conditions.
Commitment to the position for two years.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate machinery used to process cheese.
Monitor equipment and perform quality checks to ensure customer requirements are met.
Follow written procedures and good manufacturing practices.
Wear required safety equipment and follow safety practices.
Depending on the position, handle ingredients, cheese, bags, pallets, and other materials.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one, with an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP and an additional company retirement contribution.
Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year based on company goals.
Paid time off starting on day one.
Up to $600 annually for a health savings account, as well as reimbursement for fitness memberships, equipment, or classes.
Wellness incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
Tuition reimbursement and role-relevant development opportunities.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet, and mental health benefits starting day one.
Access to an in-town Care Clinic with a nurse and mental health counselor.
Up to $5,000 annually toward childcare costs, including monthly contributions for independent babysitters.
Partners Helping Partners assistance program.