Hot Fill Machine Operator - Multiple Shifts Available Job Listing at Lassonde Pappas in Hendersonville, NC (Job ID 3677)

Description

PAY INCENTIVES:

• Sign-On Bonus: $1,000, payable during the pay period following successful completion of 90 days of continuous employment
• Retention Bonuses: Two additional $500 bonuses paid at 6 months and 1 year of employment, contingent upon active employment and good standing
• Annual Merit Increases: Eligible for yearly performance-based pay increases
• All bonuses are subject to applicable federal and state tax withholdings

• Starting Pay: $20.00/hour + (based on experience)
• Multiple Shifts Available :
  • 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • 2nd Shift: 2:00PM-10:30PM
  • 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we've been producing delicious products for our customers across the country!

To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforces. If you're passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us! 

We value each of our employees' total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!

The Production Machine Operator reports to the Production Supervisor and is based out of our Hendersonville, North Carolina location. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the hot fill production equipment runs smoothly, functions within specification, and produces the products scheduled for the shift while ensuring a quality product is produced and all safety and food safety requirements are followed.

The primary function of this position is to operate hot fill downstream equipment, including fillers, cappers, labelers, cooling systems, conveyors, and palletizers.

The operator must always wear and/or use all prescribed safety equipment, procedures, and processes.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Operate the hot fill line equipment

  • Verify proper product temperature, fill levels, flow rates, and cooling parameters
  • Monitor and adjust equipment to maintain product quality and safety standards
  • Follow cleaning schedules and replenish materials as needed

• Operate the labeling equipment on the hot fill line

  • Load labels and verify label application accuracy
  • Enter production data in Sherlock
  • Verify printer operation, ink levels, coding accuracy, and application speed
  • Follow changeover, shutdown, and cleaning (CIP) procedures

• Operate the filling and capping systems

  • Verify correct recipe selection, bottle type, caps, and packaging materials
  • Ensure proper sealing, torque, and container integrity
  • Monitor for leaks, defects, or contamination risks

• Operate the palletizer on the hot fill line

  • Verify packaging size, correct film, case coding/labels, pallet patterns, and wrapping
  • Ensure correct pallet type and accurate case counts per pallet
  • Confirm finished pallets are properly labeled and ready for distribution

• Ensure compliance with company policies and standards for cost control, waste reduction, product quality, food safety (GMP, HACCP, SQF), and employee safety

• Detect equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and adjust machine controls accordingly

• Perform equipment setup for daily production, including mechanical setup and recipe verification

• Monitor critical control points (CCPs), including temperature, hold times, and cooling processes

• Hear alarms and respond quickly to prevent downtime or product loss

• Monitor machine operations to prevent downtime and maintain efficiency

• Troubleshoot machinery when product quality issues or equipment malfunctions occur

• Follow startup and shutdown procedures for all equipment related to hot fill production systems

• Communicate issues with supervisors, maintenance, quality control personnel, and other operators

• Record production data such as cycles, downtime, faults, and quality checks in Sherlock

• Inspect finished product to ensure it meets quality and safety standards

• Follow GMP protocols in and around the hot fill production area

• Follow all safety rules and requirements

• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean work environment

• Clean and sanitize floors and equipment as required during shifts

• Perform other similar or related duties as requested or assigned

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of manufacturing experience as a machine operator

• Experience in the food/beverage industry (hot fill experience preferred)
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (English)
• Mechanically inclined
• Comfortable with technology and computers
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task
• Proven organizational skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a typical manufacturing setting.

FREQUENT: Ability to talk and hear; ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend and/or crouch; push/pull; lift up to 50 pounds; use of hands and fingers to operate machinery/equipment and all manual and electronic equipment in the area of responsibility. Exposure to wet and humid conditions and fluctuations in ambient temperature (seasonal).

OCCASIONAL: Squatting, kneeling, ability to reach above and at shoulder height. Ability to wear a dust mask, and perform Confined Entry using the LOTO program. Exposure to toxic and corrosive chemicals.

VISION: Ability to use close and distance vision, as well as color and peripheral vision with or without correction. Must be able to visually detect obstacles and potential dangers in a fast-paced production environment involving high-speed equipment and powered industrial lift equipment.

HEARING: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Exposure to noise levels from pumps, machinery, forklift traffic, bottle lines and exhaust fans.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position. Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.