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Machine Operator, 3rd Shift

Job in Lakeland, Polk County, Florida, 33809, USA
Listing for: Refresco
Full Time, Per diem position
Listed on 2026-03-13
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Production Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 17.4 USD Hourly USD 17.40 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!
Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

Shift

3rd Shift: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM (Monday to Friday, Occasional Weekends)

Pay

Starting Base Pay = $17.40/Hour, Plus $1.00/Hour Shift Differential

Essential Job Functions
  • Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard‑toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
  • Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (e.g. SQF).
  • Ability to read, understand, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule and communicate issues or deviations with the appropriate parties.
  • Maintain production flow on machinery by monitoring downstream and upstream issues, supplying raw materials to the equipment, and performing minor servicing if and when needed.
  • Follow all Quality Assurance and Production line standard operating procedures.
  • Follow standard operating procedures to perform equipment changeovers; ability to read imperial and metric measurements.
  • Record all necessary information for production and quality records. Keep accurate downtime reports and documentation.
  • Responsible for performing equipment and general sanitation in your work area or as assigned by leadership.
  • Work closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, and reduce waste.
  • Ability to understand visual and auditory cues to identify production or machine‑related issues.
  • Perform minor machine maintenance.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by leadership, including but not limited to cross training, general and plant sanitation, inventory management, training, etc.
Required Skills
  • Experience in a high‑speed beverage production environment, beverage production experience preferred.
  • Demonstrates the ability to gain a firm understanding of production machinery/forklifts, including an awareness of technical issues.
  • Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
  • Adeptness in basic mathematical abilities.
  • Skill in understanding and interpreting gauges, thermometers, and weight measurements.
  • Formal training in areas such as WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene, etc. preferred.
  • Forklift certification may be required.
Competencies
  • Problem‑Solving Skills – ability to troubleshoot machinery and production issues efficiently, collaborating with others to resolve complex issues.
  • Teamwork – collaboration with coworkers to achieve production targets, support for team members, and contribution to a positive work environment.
  • Documentation Skills – accurate recording of production data, completion of required paperwork or electronic documentation, and maintenance of organized records.
  • Safety Awareness – knowledge of safety protocols, hazard identification, and adherence to safety regulations at all times. Timely and accurately completes all required monthly training.
  • Communication Skills – effective verbal and written communication with team members and supervisors, reporting issues accurately, and collaborating to ensure smooth workflow. Follows equipment downtime escalation process schedule.
Education and Experience
  • High School Certification or equivalent.
  • 1–3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Working Conditions
  • Work Schedule:

    Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
  • Work Environment:
    Operating in a fast‑paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised, with clear production targets and schedules to meet.
Travel Requirements
  • 0% travel anticipated.
Benefits
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • 12 Paid Holidays,…
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