Machine Operator

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing LLC • Van Buren, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Machine Operator, you’re at the heart of our operation. You’ll keep production moving, ensure quality stays high, and help deliver products we’re proud of. In this role, you will operate and monitor production and packaging equipment, fine-tune machinery to keep everything running efficiently, identify and resolve issues before they impact production, keep your workspace clean, organized, and safe, perform quality checks to meet food safety standards, and communicate key updates during shift transitions. No two days are exactly the same. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you’ll continue learning and building valuable skills every shift. A typical day might include checking in with the previous team, getting your machine up and running, monitoring production, making adjustments, and keeping things moving smoothly. You’ll stay on your feet, work with your team to solve problems, and take pride in seeing finished products roll off the line.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, and understand English to perform job duties effectively and safely.
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules, SOPs, and safety documents.
• Strong attention to detail, with focus on quality and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing or food production experience
• Mechanical aptitude or curiosity about how machines work
• Basic computer or data entry skills
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic troubleshooting.
• Basic math and computer/data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production and packaging equipment
• Fine-tune machinery to keep everything running efficiently
• Identify and resolve issues before they impact production
• Keep your workspace clean, organized, and safe
• Perform quality checks to meet food safety standards
• Communicate key updates during shift transitions

Benefits

• Starting pay of $21/hour
• Average annual earnings: $50,232
• Pay increases: +$0.50 after 90 days and +$0.50 after 6 months
• $3/hour shift premium for nights
• 2-2-3 schedule (just 7 working days every two weeks)
• 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligible after 30 days)
• 401(k) with up to a 10% company match
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Early access to earned wages before payday

What This Job Offers

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