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Jennie-O Turkey Store - 1st Shift Machine Operator - Barron, WI

Hormel Foods

Barron, WIJob$22.2–23.21/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22.2–23.21/hr
Location
Barron, WI
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Hormel Foods is hiring a Jennie-O Turkey Store - 1st Shift Machine Operator - Barron, WI. The Machine Operator will be responsible for safely and efficiently running machines, maintaining awareness of quality and safety issues, and assisting co-workers as needed. This role involves communicating with other operators and may require Saturday work. The position offers competitive pay and a strong benefits package.

Key focus areas include Run machines safely and efficiently, Be aware of quality and safety issues, and Communicate with other operators.

Successful candidates bring Basic Mechanical Skills, Basic Math Skills, and English Reading Writing Speaking. Important skills include Run Machines Safely, Run Machines Efficiently, Awareness Of Quality Issues, Awareness Of Safety Issues, Communicate With Other Operators, and Assist Co-Workers. Preferred (not required): Previous Related Machine Experience, Previous Operating Experience, and Previous Power Vehicle Experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Run Machines SafelyRun Machines EfficientlyAwareness of Quality IssuesAwareness of Safety IssuesCommunicate With Other OperatorsAssist Co-WorkersBasic Mechanical SkillsBasic Math SkillsRead EnglishWrite EnglishSpeak EnglishPrevious Related Machine ExperiencePrevious Operating ExperiencePrevious Power Vehicle Experience

Qualifications

No Restrictions Working in 35-Degree EnvironmentNo Restrictions Lifting Up to 40 PoundsSix Months in Present Position

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Pay range: Hire is $22.20, 6 months $22.56, 1 year $23.21

Job Responsibilities

  1. Must be able to run machines safely and efficiently

  2. Be aware of quality and safety issues

  3. Ability to communicate with other operators

  4. Assist co-workers as needed

  5. Saturday work may occur

  6. Any and all other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

  • Basic mechanical skills based on experience or training

  • Basic math skills

  • Must be able to read, write and speak English

  • PHYSICAL: No restrictions prohibiting working in a 35-degree environment

  • No restrictions lifting up to 40 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous related machine experience

  • Previous experience in operating

  • Previous power vehicle experience

Response Process

To be considered for this position, you must have completed six (6) months in your present position. Team Members with less than six (6) months may be considered for promotion or transfer based on the needs of the company.

What you will receive

  • Competitive pay

  • Extraordinary benefits- Including paid vacation and holidays; weekly paychecks, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage (very affordable compared to area companies AND you become eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment); life insurance; employee stock purchase plan; 401K with match; and tuition reimbursement program

  • FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees (hormelinspiredpathways.com)

  • Relocation Assistance Program for eligible applicants

  • Training- You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role

  • Advancement opportunities- You are on a direct track to move into higher roles including operator and lead positions, even supervision and management

  • Employment with a solid employer- People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available

This position has a strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, 401(k) and match, Wellness Program, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and more.

Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or Veteran status.

At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Requisition ID : 34975

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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