Lead Machine Operator

Why Marzetti?

At The Marzetti Company, we empower our people and nourish their potential.  Find community, be appreciated, experience growth and make an impact as part of our team!

We offer competitive benefits including:

• Health and life insurance plans
• Retirement savings benefits
• Paid parental leave and paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Well-being incentives and on-site health care screenings
• Mental health benefits

A full list of benefits can be found here https://careers.marzetticompany.com/benefits

Role Overview

Schedule: 2nd shift Weekdays (Monday - Thursday)
Pay: $26.64 + $1.50 SD

You know our products, you have probably purchased many!! Join the company leading the way in consumer packaged goods…T. Marzetti Company!!

When you join the T. Marzetti Company, you’re joining a trustworthy and proud organization that recognizes people are our greatest asset.  In our plants, you’ll have an opportunity to work for an industry leader in consumer packaged goods.

With our company, you get work life balance, inviting and fun culture, attractive and competitive compensation and benefits package, career opportunities, and more. NOW is the time to join The Better Food Company!!

The position of Lead Machine Operator is responsible for the operation of equipment to package food products. They maintain the packaging machine within acceptable tolerances, maintains ongoing production to achieve schedule goals and while keeping raw and packaging material scrap and downtime as low as possible, and performs product changeovers.

Responsibilities → What You'll Do

• • Practices integrity, respect, accountability, continuous improvement and positive interactions with all Team Members and visitors.
  • Records all information as required.
  • Sets up machine prior to shift start up.
  • Operates packaging machine/equipment in accordance with Safety standards, specifications and instruction.
  • Ensures packaging materials are correct, in specification and properly positioned in the machine and changes materials as needed.
  • Monitors and adjusts weight control of packaged units and ensures codes are accurate and correct in format.
  • Maintains standard production quantities/rates for each product.
  • Replenishes packaging supplies such as film, boxes, cartons, glue, ink or labels.
  • Monitors machine operation to detect malfunctions; makes minor adjustments/repairs; communicates mechanical problems to maintenance.
  • Mounts supplies on spindles or places supplies in hoppers or other feeding devices.
  • Provides training for others as needed.
  • Coordinates information and equipment with Machine Operator and Utility positions to prior and next shifts Leads & Operators and other dept.
  • Fills in for and assists other Machine Operators and Utilities when necessary.
  • Regular Attendance is required in accordance with Company attendance policy and procedures.
  • Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned by Lead and Management
  • Complete initial/annual training to ensure the individual is properly qualified (QI) to perform all required job tasks as outlined in training programs/records.

How you'll do it

The successful candidate will put our values into practice every day:

Hunger​.  I come ready, pay attention, and refuse to settle for getting by when getting better is possible.​

Respect​.  I know my people by name, show up for them as humans, and never make anyone feel small.​

Courage​.  I say the hard thing, own my mistakes, and carry my team’s voice forward.​

Humility​.  I ask before I assume, learn from those around me, and lead with curiosity over ego.​

Qualifications → What You'll Bring

Schedule: 2nd shift Weekdays (Monday - Thursday) Pay: $26.64 + $1.50 SD   You know our products, you have probably purchased many!! Join the company leading the way in consumer packaged goods…T. Marzetti Company!!   When you join the T. Marzetti Company, you’re joining a trustworthy and proud organization that recognizes people are our greatest asset.  In our plants, you’ll have an opportunity to work for an industry leader in consumer packaged goods.   With our company, you get work life balance, inviting and fun culture, attractive and competitive compensation and benefits package, career opportunities, and more. NOW is the time to join The Better Food Company!!   The position of Lead Machine Operator is responsible for the operation of equipment to package food products. They maintain the packaging machine within acceptable tolerances, maintains ongoing production to achieve schedule goals and while keeping raw and packaging material scrap and downtime as low as possible, and performs product changeovers.
Who we are

The Marzetti Company manufactures and sells specialty food products. Our retail brands include Marzetti, New York Bakery, Sister Schubert’s and Bachan’s, in addition to exclusive license agreements with Olive Garden, Chick-fil-A, Buffalo Wild Wings and Texas Roadhouse. Our foodservice business supplies sauces, dressings, breads, and pasta to many of the top restaurant chains in the United States.

At Marzetti, our mission is to Make Every Meal Better. We are a spirited blend of tradition and innovation—real people crafting real flavor. We’re not just a team; we’re a promise—a commitment to craft, care, and create a legacy.