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Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Kens Foods Inc
Marlborough, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/11/2025 CLOSED ON 12/2/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator - 1st Shift position at Kens Foods Inc?

Ken’s Foods is a family owned business that takes pride in its roots. Ken's Foods, Inc was incorporated in 1958, and currently has plant operations in Marlborough, Massachusetts, McDonough, Georgia, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Lebanon, Indiana. In addition, Ken's employs over 1000 employees nationally. To this day, Ken’s is still owned by the same family, as they continue their tradition of flavor obsession. Joining Ken’s Foods is becoming part of an enthusiastic team. Whether you’re in our state-of-the-art facilities or in our corporate headquarters, you’ll enjoy a warm company culture and get all the tools you will need to succeed in your career.

SUMMARY
We are seeking motivated individuals to join our packaging team. The Machine Operators are responsible for operating production equipment efficiently and safely on the packaging line while maintaining quality and production standards at all times. The starting rate for this position is $22.00/hour.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ability to operate an equipment on the packaging line
  • Maintain quality and production standards while operating equipment
  • Possess overall knowledge and understanding of the entire production line.
  • Ability to stack and un-stack cases; pack boxes.
  • Ability to inspect bottles and cases.
  • Ability to communicate and understand numerous product changes, boxes, labels, etc.
  • Ability to complete necessary paperwork
  • Other duties as assigned

FOOD SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Producing product free of contamination
  • Following all Ken’s Foods SQF, Security and GMP policies
  • Reporting any suspicious activities anywhere in or around the plant
  • Inspection of work area for any possible product contamination issues on a continuous basis



EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent ; and up to one month to three month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


Employment with Ken’s Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment.

Education

Preferred
  • GED/High School Equivalency or better

Behaviors

Preferred
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred
  • Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Salary : $22

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