Machine Operator (Onsite, Mesa AZ)

About The Opportunity

The Machine Operator plays a critical role in ensuring our production processes run safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with food safety standards. By operating and maintaining key processing equipment such as kettles, dehydrators, and packaging systems, this role directly supports the consistent production of high-quality products our customers trust.

What You'll Do

• Operate and monitor food-grade processing and packaging equipment including kettles, dehydrators, separators, mills, labelers, and date coders to ensure efficient and consistent production
• Execute machine setups and changeovers accurately and efficiently to support production schedules and minimize downtime
• Perform Clean-in-Place (CIP) and sanitation procedures to maintain food safety standards and ensure equipment is audit-ready at all times
• Maintain proper production flow by monitoring materials, removing finished goods, and adjusting machine settings as needed
• Inspect finished products for correct labels, seals, net weights, and date codes to ensure compliance with specification sheets
• Document batch, LOT, and production data accurately to maintain full traceability and regulatory compliance
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and escalate mechanical concerns promptly to reduce downtime and protect product quality
• Collaborate with QA, Production Leads, and Maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations and adherence to GMP, FDA, and USDA standards
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and proactively communicate recommendations that enhance efficiency and quality
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by consistently following PPE requirements and safety protocols

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in a food, beverage, supplement, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Experience operating production or processing equipment in a regulated manufacturing setting
• Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), SOPs, and food safety regulations (FDA/USDA)
• Ability to perform equipment cleaning and sanitation procedures, including adherence to safety protocols
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for the duration of a shift in a manufacturing environment
• Flexibility to work assigned shifts, including evenings or overtime as needed
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Bonus Points

• Experience operating kettles, dehydrators, milling equipment, or other food-grade processing systems
• Familiarity with Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems and advanced sanitation procedures
• Experience performing equipment changeovers, labeler/date coder adjustments, and production line setups
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills
• Experience in CPG, nutraceutical, or regulated food manufacturing environments with batch/LOT traceability systems