Machine Operator - Nights

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Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As a family‑owned company, we are committed to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, which form the recipe for our success.

• Industry‑leading health insurance on Day 1
• Competitive pay $21.80 / hr plus $2 / hr shift differential
• 401(k) + company match
• 10 paid company holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional training
• Family‑owned business over 100 years in service
• Opportunity for career advancement as part of an empowering workforce

Hours are 4:25 pm – 4:30 am (12‑hour shift). Schedule is Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays. We require a minimum of four (4) shifts and flexibility to accommodate overtime needs.

As a Machine Operator I you will work with raw material to complete a mix formula, mix ingredients to complete the batch, and package the material or palletise for shipping.

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Food manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports
• Effective communication with team members
• Basic arithmetic in all units of measure
• Common sense application of written, oral, or diagram instructions
• Problem‑solving in variable situations
• Ability to work well independently or with others
• Forklift certification helpful; must be able to become certified
• Computer skills helpful

• Ensure all product produced meets specifications, food safety, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain high performance standards in housekeeping per GMP, AIB, IFS, and HACCP
• Operate computer systems required for production processes
• Operate auxiliary equipment as needed
• Operate safely according to training, batch card instructions, and manual
• Use hand‑held barcode scanner for traceability; all products scanned before moving to warehouse
• Adhere to SSOPs and GMP: pre‑start checklists, scale checks, forklift checklist, code dates, lot numbers, batch verification counts, etc.
• Communicate quality, safety, scheduling, and food safety issues to lead or supervisor
• Follow company GMP, SOPs, and safety regulations
• Assist in training new team members
• Adhere to Food Defense and Security requirements

• Regular standing, walking, using hands and arms, reaching; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling; quality measurement with sensory perception
• Regularly lift up to 50 lb; frequently lift 50 lb or more
• Vision: close vision, distance vision, color, peripheral, depth perception, focus ability
• Temperature fluctuations with seasons
• Heavy machinery present; hearing protection required in production area

• Non‑slip shoes
• Gloves
• Hair net
• Beard net (if needed)
• Safety goggles / safety ear protection
• Additional PPE may be required

If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, please click “Apply.”

Dawn provides comprehensive health and well‑being coverage, competitive compensation packages, award‑winning benefits, a generous 401(k) matching program, and resources for financial wellness. We encourage professional growth through tuition assistance and educational programs.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/ expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law.