Machine Operator - Food Production

Connect Staffing is hiring Food Production Workers for a food manufacturing facility in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a temp-to-hire position paying $19/hr, with two shift options: a Monday–Friday 8-hour day shift or a 12-hour rotating schedule. In this role, you will operate mixing and production equipment, pack and palletize finished products, and clean and sanitize production equipment and work areas. Weekly overtime of approximately 5 hours is regularly available.

Pay: $19/hr

Schedule: Option 1: Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM (8-hour) | Option 2: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, rotating days (12-hour)

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire

Work Environment: Food Production Facility

Primary workplace language(s): English, Spanish, French, Swahili, Dari (employees able to translate one or languages to English receive an additional 1$/hr)

Overtime: Weekly OT required (~5 hrs/wk)

Responsibilities

• Operate food production and mixing equipment following production recipes and work instructions.
• Inspect finished products for quality and flag defects or out-of-spec batches.
• Pack finished products and build pallets to meet output and shipping requirements.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment and work areas following sanitation procedures.
• Follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) guidelines and safety procedures throughout each shift.
• Keep workstation organized and free of hazards throughout the shift.

Minimum Requirements

• 6 months of recent experience in a production, manufacturing, packaging, or food processing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in food manufacturing, food processing, or commercial kitchen environments.
• Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) or food safety standards.
• Experience operating mixing, filling, or packaging equipment in a production setting.
• Experience with packing, palletizing, or production line assembly tasks.
• Experience performing industrial sanitation, including cleaning and sanitizing production equipment.
• You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Food Production Worker, Batch Maker, Kitchen Operator, Sanitation Worker, Packer, Palletizer, Production Line Worker, Manufacturing Associate, Packaging Associate, Machine Operator, Line Operator, Process Operator.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work at a fast pace.
• Steel toe boots required (employee-provided).
• Must pass a drug screen.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify).

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Direct deposit / Paycard.
• Health and dental benefits available.
• Earn referral bonuses.
• Additional benefits available upon permanent hire, including health insurance and dental insurance.

After you apply, please check your email for a short screening questionnaire from us. Candidates who complete it promptly will be reviewed faster.

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