Job Description

Machine Operator / Maintenance Trainee

Location: Southwest Wisconsin
Compensation: $20–$25 per hour + Benefits
Schedule: Day Shift | Starting at 6:00 AM; hours may vary based on production needs

Turn Your Mechanical Aptitude Into a Career!

Want more than just another machine operator job? Join an established food manufacturing company with a strong foundation, a hands-on team culture, and an opportunity to grow your technical skills. This is your chance to get your foot in the door with a company that values dependable employees who want to learn, take initiative, and build a future in manufacturing.

The company is looking for a motivated Machine Operator / Maintenance Trainee who enjoys working with equipment and wants to learn what it takes to keep production running. You won't just be operating machinery—you'll have the opportunity to develop hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting skills, learn preventive maintenance practices, and build a pathway toward a long-term career in industrial maintenance.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently to meet production goals.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify potential problems before they lead to downtime.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and learn to identify the causes of equipment issues.
• Participate in preventive maintenance activities to help keep machinery operating reliably.
• Learn equipment adjustments, basic repairs, and maintenance procedures from experienced team members.
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Follow food manufacturing safety, quality, and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to keep operations running smoothly.

What We're Looking at Hiring

• At least 1 year of machine operating or manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and curiosity about how equipment works.
• A willingness to learn maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• A dependable, hands-on individual who takes pride in doing the job right.
• A problem-solving mindset and a desire to develop new technical skills.
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

What You'll Get

• $20–$25 per hour, based on experience.
• Benefits package.
• Hands-on training in machine maintenance and preventive maintenance.
• An opportunity to expand your technical abilities and pursue a maintenance career.
• A stable food manufacturing environment with a team-oriented culture.
• The chance to turn your manufacturing experience into a more skilled, technical role.

Ready to Make Your Next Move?

If you can run the machine and want to learn how to fix it, this is your opportunity to turn potential into a profession. Build valuable skills, learn from experienced professionals, and take the first step toward a rewarding career in industrial maintenance—all while joining an established company that offers room to grow.

Interested in learning more? Apply today to explore this opportunity!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.