Machine Operator

About the role

John F. Martin & Sons, LLC is a third/fourth generation, family-owned/family-friendly manufacturer and distributor of quality meat and cheese products. With locations in Stevens and Womesldorf, PA, we are committed to our employees' satisfaction, safety, well-being, and professional development. We are currently hiring for a FIRST SHIFT - Stevens location.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, adjust, and clean assigned production and packaging machinery to maintain a consistent workflow and minimize downtime.
• Set up equipment and supplies at the beginning of the shift and properly shut down, clean, and store equipment at the end of the shift.
• Maintain continuous material flow by staging cages, pans, bins, combos, labels, and other required supplies.
• Accurately document production activity, traceability data, and required records in applicable systems.
• Identify equipment, safety, or quality issues and immediately stop equipment and report concerns to supervision.
• Follow all safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, machine guarding, and proper use of PPE.
• Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas in compliance with sanitation, GMP, and food safety standards.
• Safely move meat combos, bins, cages, and materials using pump jacks or powered equipment when authorized.
• Demonstrate consistent attention to detail while working around conveyors, rollers, blades, moving parts, and powered equipment.
• Support rotation between departments or equipment as assigned based on training, skill level, and production needs.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance and follow all company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to operate various types of meat processing and packaging equipment.
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime as needed.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement with company match
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident/Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Bonuses
• and other fringe benefits

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The Machine Operator works in a fast-paced, refrigerated production environment operating, monitoring, and maintaining meat processing and packaging equipment. This role ensures consistent product flow, quality, safety, and sanitation while supporting production goals across assigned departments. Machine Operators may rotate between departments and equipment based on operational needs and training. Additional department- or equipment-specific duties may be assigned and are outlined in cross-training addenda.