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Machine Operator I-1st Shift (Bar Lines)

JOHN B SANFILIPPO & SON, INC
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/26/2026

Summary

The Machine Operator I operates and maintains a single machine or machine line, ensuring efficient operation with minimal supervision while meeting production, quality, and safety standards.


Functions Of the Position

  • 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 experience 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.

Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

  • Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Company Paid Life, Accident and Disability Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Wellness Days, Paid Parental Leaves, Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Family Planning Program and Adoption Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Annual Bonus Plans
  • 401(k) Plan
  • HSA (with Company Match), Health FSA, and Dependent Care FSA.

For a full listing of our extensive benefits package, please refer to the Careers page on our website, located here: https://jbssinc.com/careers

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