Machine Operator Job

We're Hiring: 9 Machine Operators!

Join Partners, A Tasteful Choice Company

Partners, A Tasteful Choice Company, is an award-winning, family-owned manufacturer of premium crackers and baked goods enjoyed by customers around the world. We're growing and looking for motivated, reliable team members who take pride in quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

We are currently hiring for the following Machine Operator positions:
• 4 Machine Operators - Area C (Baggers & Robotics)
• 4 Machine Operators - Area D (Cartoning, Labeling, Printing & Casing)
• 1 Machine Operator - Area A (Dough Room & Sheeting Operations)

If you enjoy working with equipment, solving problems, and contributing to a fast-paced manufacturing team, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do
Our Machine Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of production equipment while ensuring product quality, food safety, and production goals are achieved. Depending on the area assigned, duties may include equipment setup, operation, changeovers, cleaning, troubleshooting, and quality verification.

Area A Operator (1 Opening)
The Area A Operator supports dough production operations, including the conventional dough room, gluten-free dough room, and Tromp sheeting line. This role also provides support to upstream production processes and learns the basics of oven operations and quality control stations.
Key Responsibilities
• Set up and operate dough room and sheeting equipment
• Assist with dough preparation and mixing activities
• Perform quality checks including dough thickness and weight verification
• Follow HACCP and food safety procedures
• Complete production logs and reports
• Perform basic equipment troubleshooting
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Support production changeovers and equipment cleaning

Area C Operator - Baggers & Robotics (4 Openings)
Area C Operators are responsible for operating and maintaining bagging, weighing, metal detection, and robotic packaging systems while ensuring efficient production flow and product quality.
Key Responsibilities
• Set up and operate baggers, scales, and robotic equipment
• Replace packaging film and forming tubes
• Operate metal detection and weighing systems
• Verify labels, lot numbers, and product specifications
• Complete production documentation
• Monitor equipment performance and address issues
• Perform machine cleaning and changeovers
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Production teams

Area D Operator - Cartoning & Packaging (4 Openings)
Area D Operators oversee cartoning, labeling, coding, printing, pallet wrapping, and casing operations to ensure finished products are packaged accurately and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
• Set up and operate cartoners, labelers, printers, and pallet wrappers
• Enter production codes and verify product information
• Operate weighing and metal detection equipment
• Verify case labels, lot codes, quantities, and best-by dates
• Complete production paperwork and reporting
• Troubleshoot and adjust equipment as needed
• Clean and maintain equipment between production runs
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance, and Quality

What We're Looking For
Successful candidates will:
• Work well in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail
• Be dependable and safety-focused
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
• Learn technical equipment and troubleshooting skills
• Maintain high standards of quality, sanitation, and food safety
• Be comfortable using computers and completing production

Qualifications
Area A
• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year of food manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience with bakery, sheeting, or dough-processing equipment is a plus
• Experience with Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) preferred

Areas C & D
• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year of machine operator or equivalent manufacturing experience
• Experience with packaging equipment
• Bakery or snack food manufacturing experience preferred

Preferred for All Positions
• HACCP certification or food safety training
• Manufacturing experience in a food production environment

Physical Requirements
Candidates should be able to:
• Stand for extended periods
• Bend, crouch, reach, and climb steps or ladders as required
• Lift and move materials and supplies
• Work safely around manufacturing equipment
• Perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail

Work Environment
This role operates in a food manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to:
• Machinery and moving equipment
• Loud noise and vibration
• Temperature fluctuations
• Wet working conditions
• Food allergens including wheat, milk, eggs, tree nuts, and sesame

Appropriate PPE and adherence to all safety requirements are essential.

Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we live in. We welcome and consider all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, military service, and/or other non-merit-based factors.

* Background check required. We are an E-verify employer

* To learn more about our company, our products, and our values, please visit https://partnerscrackers.com.

Why Join Partners?
• Family-owned company with a strong culture and values
• Opportunity to grow your manufacturing career
• Team-oriented work environment
• High-quality products and industry-leading standards
• Training and development opportunities
• Be part of a company dedicated to quality, food safety, and excellence

Apply Today!

Whether you're experienced in dough production, packaging operations, robotics, cartoning, or machine operation, we have an opportunity for you. Join our team and help us produce the premium baked goods customers know and love.

Current Openings:
• 1 Area A Machine Operator
• 4 Area C Machine Operators
• 4 Area D Machine Operators

Total Open Positions: 9