# Production Machine Operator (8 and 12-Hour Shifts) at… > Source: https://confidential.careers/job-detail/production-machine-operator-8-and-12-hour-shifts-bridgetown-natural-foods-mount-juliet # Production Machine Operator (8 and 12-Hour Shifts) Bridgetown Natural Foods ** Mount Juliet, United States ** Full Time ** Product Jobs ** United States ** New [Apply Now](https://confidential.careers/go/7171883) ** Save ## Job Description ### Job Description Job Description Salary: We're Hosting a Hiring Event! When: Wednesday, July 8th, 9a-12p & 3p-6p Where: 8051 Eastgate Blvd, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 Apply today! Pre-screened, qualified candidates will have the opportunity to register for an on-site tour before or during the event. Walk-ins also welcome. JOB SUMMARY:TheOperatoris responsible forrunning specified equipmentandcontributing skills andexpertisetothe Production Lineto runefficiently and effectively.The Operator position duties are an essential part of our day-to-day operation; learning and applying established practices and established standards is paramount.As a member of the Production Team,Operatorstake an active role in the areas of*safety, quality,*and*productivity*, andmust insist on team accountability and trust. STARTING PAY: $19-20/hour plus shift differential (.25/hour from 3p-11p, $1.00/hour from 11p-7a) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Operatein work groups and monitors processes within an assigned area of responsibility - Load and unloaditems from machines and conveyors - Feedmaterials through production equipment - Monitor and inspectproducts to verify conformance to quality and safetystandards - Operateequipment while evaluating product or package quality - Transfers finished products, raw materials, tools, or equipment between storage and work areas by hand or using hand trucks or powered lift trucks - Removeproducts, machine attachments, or waste material from machines - Initiatescleaning and sanitation of assigned areas - Ensuresdaily housekeeping duties are completed thoroughly and correctly - Responsible for reporting food safety issues followingestablished SOPsand GMPs; escalates serious orunresolved issues to Lead Trainersor actingSupervisors. - Participateinstart-ups, shut-downs,changeovers and cleans; contributesto ensure efficiency andon-timecompletion. - Assistin ensuring new team members are learning and consistently following SOPs, GMPs and other safety and food safety guidelines or regulations. May be responsible to cross-train or onboard new - Monitor, track and recordobservations and contributeto problem solving, process stability,and variancereduction - AdheretoPersonnel, Food Safety and Safety policies, paying special attention to recipe adherence and lot code tracking - Record down-time causes, perform minor troubleshooting - Report malfunction or problems to Lead Trainers and/orSupervisors,immediately - Complete all operation-specific data collection throughout shift, with integrity,accurately and on time. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: - Must be 18 years of age or older - High School diploma or equivalentpreferred - Ability to understand and communicateworkinstructions in English - 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing/food production environmentpreferred - Highmechanical aptitude is essential for this position - Ability tomaintainregular and punctual attendance - Patience and the ability to communicate in a diverse work environment - Ability tooperatemachines in a safe manner - Ability to analyze machine operations and propose solutions to problems - Understanding of basic mathematical calculations,reading numbers and symbols,and record keeping - Ability to work in a team environment, being flexible and adaptive to changing needs - Ability tomanage time effectively, plan and organizework space - Ability to learn and apply company standards including, but not limited to, lock-out/tag-out, safety practices, SOPs, GMPs, employee handbook, etc. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL FACTORS: - Positions require standing, repetitive movement, bending and twisting, and using hands to handle objects; exposure to sustained noise levels; exposure to a variety of food allergens; working invery hottemperatures; exposure to hazards such as machinery, slippery floors, ladders and powered industrial vehicles. May berequiredto wear personal protective equipment (PPE). - Repetitive lifting of up to 50 lbs. and repetitive transferring of buckets up to 100 lbs. from dollies to pallets - Ability to standfor95-100% of shift, sometimes up to 12 hours - Able to work in environmentcontainingnuts, peanuts,dairy,grainsandother allergens - Must have the ability to perform repetitive tasks quickly and accurately - Must be available for all shifts, nights, weekends, some holidays; lots of potential for overtime Other Duties as Assigned:Thisjob description is not intended to be all inclusive, but to serve as a guideline.Managementretainsthe right todetermineadditions or changes to job responsibilities. Posted July 23, 2026