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Production - Machine Operator

EarthFresh
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 9/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/11/2027
Since 1963, EarthFresh has been an international leader in the produce industry, with operations in both the U.S.A. and Canada. We proudly specialize in providing the Foodservice and Retail industries with a wide selection of conventional and organic potato varieties ideal for frying, baking, mashing, boiling, and roasting.

We are a team of fantastic people who are joined together by the same belief – that “fresh produce is a way of life”. EarthFresh invites you to be a part of our ever-growing team and share in our success!

OBJECTIVE
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Machine Operator to join our food production team. The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining food processing and packaging equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The incumbent shall be mainly responsible for machine set-up, calibration, pre-op checks and troubleshooting for daily production runs.
QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent Experience & Skills:
  • 1-2 years of experience in Warehouse or Production environment
  • Food industry experience an asset
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Positive attitude and team player
  • A high degree of flexibility and willingness to work overtime as required, including evenings and weekends
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs repetitively/ability to stand for long periods of time during the workday
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Perform pre-op checks and set up machines for daily production runs.
2. Conduct minor trouble shooting if required to ensure that the machine is running properly.
3. Promptly report any major issues/ problems observed with the machine.
4. Ensure that correct packaging and traceability coding are being used and that all special instructions on the Daily Production Schedule are being followed.

5. Handle machine with care and take required steps to ensure that it is running efficiently at all times.
6. Perform general housekeeping in work area at the end of each production run.
7. Adhering to company Health and Safety policies and procedures.
8. Other duties and projects as assigned by the Production Manager/Coordinator.

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