Production Operator

Laborup•Jefferson City, TN

21d

About The Position

The Production Operator supports a fast-paced food and consumer packaged goods manufacturing operation. The role assists with automated production lines, material handling, in-process quality checks, and maintaining a clean and sanitary work area. The operation emphasizes safety, quality, teamwork, and consistency, and provides on-the-job training. The company describes opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement into supervisory and area leadership roles. Shift options are 2nd shift, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., or 3rd shift, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. Compensation is $23 per hour, consisting of a $21.75 base rate and a $1.25 per-hour shift differential.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Manufacturing experience is helpful but not required; on-the-job training is provided.
Willingness to learn new stations, accept feedback, and develop into more advanced roles.
Positive, dependable, and respectful attitude, with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with operating and monitoring automated machine lines, following standard work instructions to support safe, smooth production.
Load and unload raw materials and packaging components, stage materials at the line, and maintain consistent material flow to prevent downtime.
Perform periodic in-process checks and basic measurements to verify products meet quality standards, and document checks as required.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized workspace and follow GMP and food-safety expectations throughout the shift.
Collaborate with teammates and supervisors, communicate issues, support changeovers, and learn additional stations as training progresses.