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Founded in Richmond in 1887, Sauer Brands has grown into a leading flavor company with a portfolio that includes Duke’s Mayonnaise, The Spice Hunter, Kernel Season’s, Mateo’s, and Sauer’s.\n The hours of operation for the 1st Shift Operations Associate are from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday.\nYou must be able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test upon offer. \n\nPosition Overview\nThe Machine Operator safely sets up, operates, monitors, and cleans production equipment used to blend, fill, package, label, and case spice products. This role helps ensure products are made accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with quality, food safety, sanitation, and safety standards.\n\nKey Duties and Responsibilities\nSet up and operate assigned spice blending, filling, labeling, sealing, packaging, or case-packing equipment.\nPerform start-up checks, line clearances, basic changeovers, and routine equipment adjustments to support production schedules.\nMonitor equipment performance, product flow, weights, packaging quality, lot codes, labels, and finished cases for accuracy and quality.\nIdentify and resolve minor jams or issues when trained to do so; promptly report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or quality issues to the supervisor or maintenance team.\nFollow batch records, formulas, work instructions, GMPs, allergen controls, sanitation procedures, and food safety requirements.\nAccurately complete required production, quality, downtime, and cleaning documentation.\nMaintain a clean, organized work area and assist with equipment cleaning, sanitation, and end-of-run housekeeping.\nWork safely, use required personal protective equipment, and support team goals through clear communication and dependable performance.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\n\nPerformance Standards\nOperate equipment safely and efficiently while meeting production, quality, and sanitation expectations.\nMaintain accurate documentation and communicate issues quickly and professionally.\nKeep work areas clean, organized, and inspection-ready.\nFollow all safety rules, GMPs, food safety procedures, and company policies.\nDemonstrate dependable attendance, teamwork, accountability, and attention to detail.\n\nWhat We Are Looking For\nHigh school diploma or equivalent\n3-5 years of experience in machine operation in a production, packaging, or food manufacturing environment.\nReliable, safety-focused team player with good communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.\nAble to operate and monitor production equipment, follow work instructions, complete basic adjustments, and report equipment, quality, or safety concerns.\nPhysical and compliance requirements: Able to stand, bend, reach, perform repetitive tasks, lift up to 30 lbs., wear required PPE, and pass a background check and drug test upon offer.\nSauer Brands, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 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