Machine Operator, 2nd Shift

Ventura Foods

. Operate filling and/or packaging equipment .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeBirmingham • Alabama • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining filling and packaging equipment while adhering to food safety policies and quality standards. Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical issues and performing preventive maintenance to ensure optimal production efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Filling And Packaging Equipment OperationPreventive MaintenanceMechanical TroubleshootingFood Safety ComplianceHMI Adjustments

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Hard Skills

Preventive Maintenance TasksMechanical RepairsEquipment OperationTroubleshootingAdjusting MachinerySanitizing EquipmentC.I.P. Circuits OperationQuality Record MaintenanceGMP KnowledgeFSMA Compliance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTraining And Evaluation

Industry Keywords

SQF CodeFood Safety PoliciesRegulatory CriteriaProduction Assistants TrainingPersonal Protective Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate filling and/or packaging equipment
Complete daily and weekly preventive maintenance tasks
Adjust and align primary machine functions
Make minor mechanical repairs and replace certain defective parts
Troubleshoot filler and packing machine issues and make adjustments in the HMI
Maintain daily production and quality records
Operate equipment safely and keep the work area clean
Train and evaluate production assistants while ensuring quality parameters, GMPs, and safety rules are followed
Install and maintain information in the product library
Sanitize filling-line equipment, including operating C.I.P. circuits and mixing chemicals in correct proportions
Follow food safety policies, procedures, SQF code, GMPs, FSMA, and associated preventive controls
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Thorough knowledge of filling and packaging equipment
Good mechanical ability, including the ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical abnormalities
Ability to set up and maintain machinery and make routine adjustments
Ability to operate and maintain manufacturing equipment
Ability to troubleshoot issues and make necessary adjustments in the HMI
Ability to complete daily and weekly preventive maintenance tasks
Ability to make minor mechanical repairs and replace certain defective parts
Ability to follow food safety policies, procedures, and regulatory criteria, including the current SQF code, GMPs, and FSMA preventive controls
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
Occasional ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more with assistance
Willingness and ability to work typical 8–12 hour shifts, with possible unscheduled after-hours and weekend work
Willingness to work in environments involving heat, cold, humidity, vibrations, chemicals, fumes, food allergens, confined spaces, dark spaces, and heights exceeding 18 feet

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth opportunities
Training and development
Safe work environment
Competitive compensation