Lead Machine Operator

Post Date

Jun 11, 2025

Location

Batavia,
Illinois

ZIP/Postal Code

60510
US
Aug 13, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Managerial / Professional

Req #

DGO-781977

Pay Rate

$70k - $85k (estimate)

Job Description

Responsibilities:
Possess a positive attitude towards safety and actively promote a safety-first culture among team members.
Operate plant machinery and control process parameters.
Maintain qualification on numerous aspects of Savors processing facility.
Supervisor fellow shift workers operating concurrently on various processing steps and provide assistance during upset conditions
Supervise and contribute to the operation of plant machinery and control process parameters.
Supervise and contribute to setting up, operate, and clean production equipment including but not limited to tanks, pumps and valves.
Ensure proper sample collection and coordinate with QA/QC as needed.
Participate in continuous improvement of processes to improve safety and quality and increase the productivity of the plant.
Cleaning & Housekeeping activities.
Attend various mandatory safety and departmental meetings, lead additional meetings for shift personnel
Communicate in a courteous and positive manner to accomplish duties effectively, working as a team with all involved.
Train operators on proper procedures and safety protocols
Serve as the primary point of contact between shifts, ensuring smooth shift handovers and continuity of operations
Document production data, create shift reports, and maintain accurate records

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Required Skills & Experience

Associate degree in Process Technology or similar with 3 years experience OR minimum 7 years experience as a Process Operator or similar, including at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
Experience handling hazardous chemicals.
Ability to lift 50 Ibs on a continuous basis.
Previous food processing experience in a GMP environment required, including knowledge of GMP and HACCP programs
Exceptional mechanical aptitude
Previous forklift operation experience.
Ability to perform and oversee cleaning and housekeeping activities
Strong leadership abilities, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem solving and organizational skills
Experience with production scheduling and staff coordination
Must be willing to work a full 12-hour shift on swing schedule
Must be able to work mostly indoors and in seasonally hot temperatures.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.