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Machine Operators 1st, 2nd, 3rd Shift

QPS Employment Group
17.60
United States, Illinois, Loves Park
Sep 01, 2026
Position Title: Machine Operator

Wage: $17.60-$19.60/hour

Shift: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Hours: (1st Shift) 6:00am-2:00pm, (2nd Shift) 2:00pm-10:00pm, (3rd Shift) 10:00pm-6:00am

QPS Employment Group is hiring Machine Operators in Loves Park, IL. Don't miss this potential to hire opportunity on 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.

Machine Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Review daily schedule with supervisors/leads

- Obtain batch sheets/formula sheets and process check sheets from Supervisor

- Obtain ingredients/labels/materials per batchsheet/formula specifications

- Verify that all obtained materials/ingredients match items listed on batch sheet

- Inspect the appropriate production equipment for cleanliness, allergen issues and foreign objects and material

- Complete machinery setup/shutdown process for specific operation of equipment to the batch sheet

- Mix/cook batches or wraps product to specifications as per formula in batch sheet

- Monitor equipment throughout production run to ensure operation is within process parameters

- Perform and maintain quality inspections and checks

- Communicate and work cooperatively with co-workers

- Perform daily housekeeping chores

- Maintain a clean, dry, and safe working environment by consistently adhering to good housekeeping practices

- Work safely and perform daily safety checks on all equipment

- Perform calculations for partial formulas, ingredient and materials usage and waste recording

- Recognize and report food safety and employee safety issues

- Perform changeovers with adherence to Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices

- Rotate into Packer position to perform Packer duties as business/operational needs

Machine Operator Requirements:

- Accuracy and attention to detail are critical

- Ability to work in a loud work environment

- Must be able to communicate effectively with all operators and supervisors and work within established procedures and guidelines for safe and efficient operations

- Operators will be exposed to heavy machinery, heat, humidity and strenuous work

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that involves a considerable amount of climbing, lifting and reaching

- This position requires weekend work and work in excess of eight hours per day

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?

- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers

- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.

Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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