What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator - 3rd Shift position at Ferrero and Careers?
About the Role:
As a Machine Operator in our chocolate production team, you play a key role in transforming high-quality ingredients into the delicious products our customers love. You will operate, monitor, and maintain production machinery to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe manufacturing processes. This role involves setting up equipment, conducting quality checks, troubleshooting minor mechanical issues, and maintaining strict food-safety and hygiene standards.
You’ll work closely with production supervisors and team members to keep our lines running at peak performance while meeting daily output targets. In this hands-on position, attention to detail, consistency, and a commitment to quality are essential. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in precision, and love the idea of helping create world-class chocolate products, this role is a perfect fit. We are currently looking for 3rd shift (nights).
Main Responsibilities:
1. The Machine Operator is required to operate all the equipment assigned to his/her area; including enrobers, shrink or flow wrappers, cutting equipment, melters, and tempering machines.
2. Record production details including line rates, downtime, quality tests, and total production
3. Ensure lines are supplied with necessary and appropriate raw and packaging materials
4. Direct assigned line associates in the appropriate manner to achieve goals.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.
About You:
Education or Experience
- Understanding of basic arithmetic, reading level to understand machinery diagrams and technical instructions.
Physical
- Lifting up to 50lbs, bending, stooping, kneeling, walking, standing for extended periods, manipulation of various hand and power tools.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations
- Ability to pass company training and certification programs with respect to machine operation, and food safety.
Computer Skills
- Basic computer entry for inventory control purposes.
About Ferrero:
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.
DE&I at Ferrero:
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
Ferrero N.A. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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Our Application Process
We’re constantly looking for talented individuals who are ready to be part of our dynamic and growing organization. Ferrero is a company with a global presence and family values. Join us!
1. Apply
Complete your online application, upload your CV and include brief cover letter to help us understand your experience and interests
2. Assess
Our HR team will arrange a phone or video interview if we feel your qualifications are a good match for the job
3. Interview
If the first interview goes well, you’ll be invited to speak with a Ferrero manager to assess your competencies, technical aptitude and fit within our dynamic organization