Food Manufacturing Production Machinery Operator (Mechanical Focus) Job at Furlani Foods, Oak Creek, WI

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  • Furlani Foods
  • Oak Creek, WI

Job Description

Food Manufacturing Production Machinery Operator (Mechanical Focus)

Are you the person teammates turn to when a sensor misreads, a belt slips, or a changeover needs to happen fast? If you love keeping high-speed lines dialed in and take pride in safe, reliable, efficient production, this role is for you.

Our Mission & Culture

We’re building something special at our state-of-the-art Oak Creek bakery: a team driven by a Zero Loss Mindset and 100% employee engagement. Together, we aim to bake the best garlic bread in the industry—batch after batch—through innovation, precision, and teamwork.

What You Will Do

  • Run and monitor high-speed packaging and production equipment to achieve daily targets.
  • Complete setups, changeovers, and fine-tuning to maintain throughput and quality.
  • Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues; clean, lubricate, inspect, and perform basic repairs.
  • Support preventive maintenance and escalate complex repairs to Maintenance.
  • Collaborate with the Packaging Lead and Maintenance Team to enhance line performance.
  • Follow OSHA, GMP, SQF, and HACCP; engage in safety programs and hazard reporting.
  • Record downtime, repairs, and performance in CMMS (EAM); report throughput, material use, and waste.

How We Measure Success

  • Equipment Uptime: Keep lines running with minimal interruption.
  • Production Efficiency: Meet or exceed plan.
  • Safety Compliance: Uphold stringent safety and food safety practices.
  • Operational Reliability: Anticipate issues and drive improvements.

What You Bring

  • 1–2 years in a manufacturing environment (high-speed packaging preferred).
  • Ability to perform minor mechanical adjustments and repairs.
  • Attention to detail with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Comfort with high-speed equipment and basic maintenance tools.
  • CMMS (EAM) experience preferred.
  • High School diploma or GED; technical certification a plus.
  • Proficient in English (written and verbal).
  • Bonus: Bilingual English/Spanish.

The Details

  • Location: 7350 10th St, Oak Creek, WI 53154
  • Hire Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: $22.50 - $24.90 per hour
  • Shift Premiums: +$1.50 (2nd shift) | +$3.00 (3rd shift)
  • Shift Schedules:
    • 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday | 2 PM – 11 PM
    • 3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday | 10 PM – 7 AM

Growth & Benefits

  • Travel 1–2 times per year in North America for training.
  • Be part of a collaborative, growth-focused team that values your ideas.
  • Help drive continuous improvement and efficiency while producing outstanding garlic bread.
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Annual Incentive Program
  • 401(k) (Traditional & Roth) + Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program

EEO Statement:

Furlani Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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