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Lead Machine Operator

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Nestle Health Science

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United States , Franklin Park

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25.25 USD / Hour
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Job Description:

As a Lead Operator, you’ll take charge of daily operations and help guide the team behind some of the world’s most loved brands — delivering quality, care, and consistency in every product we make. You’ll lead by example, support your team, and take ownership of complex tasks to keep production running safely and smoothly. Your work helps us do what we do best: care deeply, deliver consistently, and grow together.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead daily operations and manage the department in the absence of a supervisor or manager
  • Assign tasks and support team members to meet production goals
  • Operate, set up, clean, and adjust machinery independently and with a team
  • Monitor and control process parameters to ensure accuracy and traceability
  • Perform quality checks and in-process inspections
  • Complete data entry using paper forms, computers, or tablets
  • Train and mentor colleagues on procedures, safety, and equipment
  • Identify and escalate issues to supervisors when needed
  • Support overflow tasks and assist across departments
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
  • Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Prior machine operator experience required
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or factory setting preferred
  • Comfortable using computers, tablets, and other digital tools
  • Able to read, write, and understand English
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand, bend, climb, and move throughout your shift
  • Flexible to work overtime based on business needs

Nice to have:

  • Organized with strong attention to detail
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
  • Team oriented and committed to fostering a positive work environment
  • Knowledge of quality assurance protocols
  • Comfortable working around powders, chemicals, and food allergens
  • Familiarity with tools and equipment including maintenance tools, packaging and processing machinery, mechanical and electrical systems, and pressurized equipment
What we offer:
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Competitive total rewards package
  • 401k with Company match
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Broad range of other benefits

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 03, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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