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Machine Operator II

Coastal Sunbelt Produce
Laurel, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Position Summary: This position is responsible for general production work in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art fresh cut produce facility, including cutting, packing, and assembling many types of fresh produce.

Job Responsibilities

  • Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area.
  • Adhere to all rules of safety and regulatory compliance including (USDA, QTV, FDA, OSHA, SQF, etc.)
  • Ensure quality standards are being met throughout entire process
  • Ability to cut fresh produce by hand using knives or other hand tools.
  • Pack and assemble fresh cut produce.
  • Walk, stand, balance, push, pull, reach and be able to lift up to 25lbs. on a regular basis.
  • Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Move and grasp items with both hands; hear and see well.
  • Work in a cold environment with temperatures that range from 35 to 38 degrees.
  • Follow uniform policies related to working in a food production facility.
  • Wear steel/composite/aluminum toe, slip resistant safety shoes/boots.
  • Must be able to work around cleaning chemicals - for example chlorine and sanitizer. Must be able to work in an environment with ammonia.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications And Educational Requirements

  • HS Diploma or GED required
  • At least 6months of food processing experience
  • At least 6 months experience with large scale food preparation equipment and techniques
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include holidays and weekends
  • 18 years of age

Skills And Requirements

  • Read and write basic English
  • Must have a strong mindset and uphold standards of machine safety and operational procedures-Complete inspections before and after usage
  • Must have technology proficiencies and be able to learn how to operate equipment with the Machine Interface responsible for creating recipes.
  • Ability to navigate the operational features of the machine and ability to troubleshoot equipment to determine root causes of equipment stoppages.
  • Monitor machinery operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
  • Ensure machines are in optimal working condition to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Basic troubleshooting with machinery.
  • Attention to detail regarding the working condition of the equipment including quality of seal of bags, cups, and blade sharpness
  • Keen attention to detail and responsible for Food Safety Quality Inspection of Raw Materials
  • Ability to work at a fast pace while maintaining safety awareness, including in the warehouse
  • Ability to communicate effectively with different departments to deliver expected customer service levels
  • Ability to be cross trained on various areas of the production floor
  • Must plan production runs to reduce change overs and manage time effectively
  • Have Leadership skills and work well with a team

Salary : $10 - $48

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