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Operator

JBT Marel
Apex, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/21/2026
MACHINE OPERATOR

At JBT Marel, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.

You will be aligned to the Tipper Tie Division within JBT Marel that specializes in food packaging equipment.

As our Machine Operator– you will report to the Production Supervisor. You will manage the output from multiple clip presses, which manufacture aluminum clips of different sizes, to include the proper packing of finished product (Clips) and quality inspection of the product. You will work in a team environment with a roving mechanic.

On a Given Day, You May

  • Inspect quality of finished product.
  • Packages finished product.
  • Label product, completes production inspection sheets and handles all other necessary documentation activities. Immediately alert shift supervisor to any hindrances in meeting the production schedule. Work to manage product inventory to increase inventory flow (turns.)
  • Manage stock activities for assigned clip presses.
  • Ensure all established ISO work instructions are followed.
  • Participate in ISO audits.
  • Maintain a clean work area.
  • Follow all safety procedures, proper lock-out and tag-out procedures.
  • Ensure machine guarding is in place on presses before operating the machines.
  • Perform rudimentary machine maintenance activities.
  • Participate in process improvement projects. May work as a team with other Press Department employees on process improvement.

Requirements For The Role

  • Must be 18 years old.
  • Will safely and simultaneously manage product from multiple clip presses.
  • Can work with others in production team environment.
  • You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Travel & Location

  • This is an onsite position locate in Apex, NC.
  • We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.
  • We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.
  • We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!
  • Benefits: JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.

Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.

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