Machine Operator US - 3rd Shift

Make a Difference in YOUR Career! Our vision is simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are a leading global independent beverage solutions provider serving retailers worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. We strive to continually improve and remain at the top of our industry through innovation and a passionate workforce.

• Adhere to all health and safety policies, GMP, and wear required PPE in the warehouse or production areas (hairnets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard‑toe shoes, gloves, seatbelts on forklifts).
• Maintain food quality and safety per corporate, customer, and governing standards (SQF, etc.).
• Read, understand, and follow the production schedule; communicate issues or deviations to the appropriate parties.
• Maintain production flow on machinery: monitor upstream and downstream issues, supply raw materials, perform minor servicing when needed.
• Follow Quality Assurance and Production line SOPs.
• Perform equipment change‑overs and read imperial and metric measurements.
• Record required information for production and quality records; keep accurate downtime reports and documentation.
• Perform equipment and general sanitation in your work area or as assigned.
• Work closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, and reduce waste.
• Identify machine or production issues using visual and auditory cues.
• Perform minor machine maintenance.
• Perform any other duties assigned by leadership, including cross‑training, plant sanitation, inventory management, and training.

• Experience in a high‑speed beverage production environment (preferred).
• Understanding of production machinery and forklifts; awareness of technical issues.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to interpret gauges, thermometers, and weight measurements.
• Formal training in WHMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. preferred.
• Forklift certification may be required.

• Problem‑solving: troubleshoot machinery and production issues efficiently.
• Teamwork: collaborate with coworkers to meet production targets.
• Documentation: record production data accurately and maintain organized records.
• Safety awareness: comply with safety protocols and complete required monthly training.
• Communication: verbal and written communication with team members and supervisors; report issues accurately.

• High Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years relevant manufacturing experience preferred.

• Schedule:
  
  weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight, and holidays; overtime may be required.
• Environment: fast‑paced plant with moving parts; noise requires hearing protection; temperatures vary widely.

It may be necessary to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift up to 50 lbs, carry weight, walk, push/pull, drive a forklift, climb stairs or ladders, and balance.

This job description is not exhaustive. Duties may change or new tasks may be assigned at any time.

Pay Range: $16.74–$23.02 per hour

Shift: 9:00 pm–5:30 am (3rd shift); flexibility during weekends as needed

Employment Status: Non‑Exempt

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Well‑being benefits
• Discount programs

Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.