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Machine Operator -1st & 2nd Shift

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc.
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026

A $1B family run food manufacturing company in Elgin, IL (just 30 min from the O’Hare International Airport) with more than 100 years in business is looking for experienced Machine Operators who are interested in stable work with significant overtime opportunities.

What we offer:

  • Hourly Rate (based on experience)
  • Annual Bonus – up to 4.8% on all earned wages
  • 10-20 hours of overtime per week
  • 4 weeks of paid time off
  • 401K
  • Medical, dental, vision and many other benefits
  • Career advancement and leadership opportunities
  • Set up, load, and monitor machinery to ensure efficient operation.
  • Follow work orders, quality requirements, and sanitation procedures, including cleanup and changeovers.
  • Direct and instruct machine line personnel on specific job duties.
  • Perform pre-operational equipment checks.
  • Create pallet ID labels and verify all materials and products before use on the production line. Complete daily PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) equipment inspections to maintain safety.
  • Meet or exceed production, quality, and safety standards.

Additional Functions

  • Clean machinery following production runs and changeovers.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Experience

  • Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Previous industrial truck experience preferred.
  • Previous machine operator experiences preferred.

Skills and Competencies

  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English preferred.
  • Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
  • Good manual dexterity, vision, and mobility.
  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, move, and work in a manufacturing environment for extended periods

JBSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.45 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23

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