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We currently have an exciting manufacturing opportunity available at our Knoxville location.\nWe have an immediate opportunity for a:\nMachine Operator, 3rd shift\nLocation: Knoxville, TN\nPay rates starting at $18.53/ hour plus $1.00 shift differential\nAt Woodstream, our values drive everything we do:\nConsumer is the Boss - We are committed to listening to and understanding our customers’ needs!\nInvent the Future - Challenge the status quo: Think boldly and creatively!\nExecution is Everything - We are committed to deliver with excellence, speed, and accuracy.\nCollaborate Confidently - We trust, respect, and empower each other to win together.\nPlay to Win - We’re bold, ambitious, and relentless in our pursuit of success.\n\nBenefits of Working for Woodstream:\nCompetitive benefits package including:401k with Company Match, eligible on First Day of Employment\nHealth, Dental & Vision Insurance Effective on First Day of Employment\nAccess to Company Paid Penn Medicine Health Clinics\nMonthly Attendance Bonus; general bonus based on company performance\nCompany Paid Parental Leave\nAdoption Assistance\nCompany Paid Basic Life & Disability Insurance\nAccident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Insurance Options\nCompany paid ID Theft Insurance\nLegal Assistance Plan Options\nPaid Vacation and Holidays\nPet Insurance\n\nStable, growing working environment with a history of 150 years of doing business.\nOpportunity to advance within the company.\nOnsite Technical Training Center.\nSCOPE & BASIC FUNCTION:\nA Machine Operator is responsible for safety, quality and throughput and is capable of optimizing equipment in various work centers. A Machine Operator will participate as a team in solving problems and implementing solutions to increase Woodstream’s productivity. A Machine Operator is part of the production team. 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