Industrial Production Machine Operator (Food)

Nexus Employment Solutions

Merrillville, IN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18–$19 Per Hour
SKILLS
Cleaning Equipment, Detail Oriented, Food Production, Identify Issues, Manufacturing, Problem Solving Skills, Production Control, Production Machining, Quality Management, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Warehousing
LOCATION
Merrillville, IN
POSTED
8 days ago

Industrial Production Machine Operator (Food)

You keep vital food products moving—safely, efficiently, and on spec. Join Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc. as a full-time Machine Operator supporting a manufacturing facility in Portage, IN.

Purpose & place

Location: Portage, IN
Compensation: $18.00–$19.00 per hour (paid weekly)
Status: Full-Time | Shifts: 2nd & 3rd

Imagine your shift

You start by preparing equipment for the next run—settings dialed in, materials ready. As production begins, you monitor both production and packaging machines, adjust as needed, and troubleshoot minor issues to keep throughput steady. You document each step, clean and inspect equipment routinely, and partner with teammates to maintain strict quality, safety, and production standards.

What you’ll handle

  • Operation and monitoring of production/packaging machinery
  • Basic setup, changeovers, and first-level troubleshooting
  • Completion of daily paperwork and production documentation
  • Routine cleaning and equipment inspections
  • Consistent adherence to quality, safety, and production targets

What helps you succeed

  • Manufacturing or warehouse background preferred; food production experience is a plus
  • Mechanical aptitude with problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively
  • Dependability, attention to detail, and a safety-first mindset

Stability you can count on

  • Weekly pay
  • Full-time, stable employment

About the Company

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Nexus Employment Solutions