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Posted 02 August, 2026

Machine Operator - Food Production - $19-$20/hr

Verstela
Mount Juliet, TN, US Full Time

Job Description

Location: Mt. Juliet, TN
Pay: $19–$20/hr
Shift: Multiple shifts available
Job Type: Temp-to-hire

A Mt. Juliet company that makes granola and granola bars is hiring Machine Operators. This temp-to-hire role is a good fit for someone with manufacturing or food production experience who is comfortable running equipment and following food safety standards.

Shift differentials are available.

Schedules include:
• Monday–Friday, 1st Shift: 7:00 AM–3:15 PM
• Monday–Friday, 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM–11:15 PM
• Monday–Friday, 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM–7:15 AM
• 12-hour day shift: 7:00 AM–7:30 PM, Monday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday
• 12-hour night shift: 7:00 PM–7:30 AM, Monday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday

Please note: 12-hour schedules include one weekend day each week and every other Wednesday off. Overtime may be required based on production needs.

Machine Operator duties include:
• Operate and monitor production equipment
• Load and unload materials from machines and conveyors
• Inspect products for quality, safety, and GMP standards
• Record production data and report downtime
• Help troubleshoot minor machine issues
• Complete sanitation, housekeeping, and routine cleaning tasks

Machine Operator Requirements:
• At least 6 months machine operating experience (manufacturing or food production preferred)
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate machinery (must pass operator testing)
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Able to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Benefits Offered by Verstela to Temporary Employees:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term disability
• Term life and AD&D
• Identity theft protection
• Prescription plan
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Benefits Offered by Employer Upon Permanent Hire:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Birthday pay
• Food for our families
• PTO

This Client who we are staffing for participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more at E-Verify.gov.

Interested in this Machine Operator job? Apply now or call Verstela at 615-263-2360.