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Machine Operator 1

D&W Fine Pack Careers Page
Fort Wayne, IN Part Time
POSTED ON 11/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/3/2027

We have an immediate opportunity for a Machine Operator 1. In this function you will operate machinery used in manufacturing high-quality food packaging products.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines
• Know emergency procedures and what to do in the event of power outages, machine failures, workplace injuries, etc.
• Wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Understand and identifies Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
• Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately
• Actively participates in the D&W safety improvement process/activities, e.g. Hazard Identification, Safety Suggestions, Safety Teams, etc.
• Start machines by engaging controls
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur and report malfunctions to a supervisor
• Feed and monitor the speed of machines during the production process
• Performs unskilled production work such as feeding machines and packing a wide variety of products
• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
• Maintains his or her work area in neat condition
• Record product, packaging and order information on specified forms and records along with additional documentation as required
• Assists other workers with specific chores as requested
• Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP’s
• Supports the Plant’s Food Safety initiatives by completing plant required Food Safety training and by implementing / complying with the required practices.
More than a job.  Grow, belong, and make a difference. At D&W Fine Pack, we don’t just make packaging, we build purpose, pride, and strong teams. Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of experience, this is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a real impact. Our culture is built on four core values that guide everything we do: 

  • Dedicated to Excellence– We hold ourselves to high standards in safety, sustainability, quality, and service.
  • Winning with Success– We keep improving to deliver more for our customers and community.
  • Focused on Service– We listen, act fast, and support both our customers and each other.
  • People with Purpose– We work as one team, showing respect, integrity, and care for all.

Benefits That Matter 

Taking care of our team is a priority. Our benefits include: 

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401k with company match
  • Short and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • FSA’s for Medical & Dependent Care
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –counseling, financial tools, legal help & more
  • Wellness program
  • Cancer Expert Now – access to expert consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance
  • And more!

If this sounds like the kind of company and team you want to grow with, we’d love to hear from you.

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