Production Operator – PM’s

Hourly
Orangeville, IL
Posted on August 7, 2026
$20.00 - $22.00

Production Operator: Orangeville, Illinois

Our customer in Freeport, Illinois is seeking motivated individuals to join their team. We’re recruiting Production Operator’s to work full-time on 3rd shift. As a production operator, you will be responsible for operating equipment, cleaning and sanitizing product equipment, performing environmental cleaning, supporting production and sanitation tasks, completing daily documentation, following safety standards, and assisting in packaging.

Responsibilities of the Production Operator:

Work as part of a team to support production and sanitation operations.
Follow all company and government safety policies and procedures.
Operate manual pallet jacks and become forklift certified if needed.
Complete and verify required documentation and follow SOPs daily.
Maintain cleanliness and organization per the Master Sanitation Schedule.
Assemble, set up, and operate equipment safely and efficiently.
Perform tasks in various production areas and assist with relief duties.
Work safely in wet, dusty, and temperature-variable environments.
Handle allergens (soy, wheat, milk) and cleaning chemicals responsibly.
Report unsafe conditions, injuries, or incidents immediately.
Cross-train and adapt to multiple work centers as needed.
Perform other duties or projects as assigned.

Production Operator Requirements and Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift 50lbs. repetitively.
Basic math and computer skills.
Ability to stand during entire shift.
Availability to work weekends and overtime as needed.
Reliable transportation to and from work.
Experience with food production preferred.

Pay for Production Operator: Starting at $20.00 – 22.00/hour.

Production Operator Benefits:

Health insurance.
Paid time off.
401k with company match.
Paid weekly.
Direct deposit.
Paid training.

Type: 3rd Shift, Full-time

Schedule: 4:30pm-5:00am rotating schedule (2 on 2 off) with every other weekend.

Apply Now!

Are you ready to move from the worries of today to your dreams of tomorrow? If so, give Hughes a call. We are the top-rated staffing, recruiting, and HR experts in the region. We are headquartered in Freeport, IL and have 11 locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Where we have offices, we have connections to the best local jobs! Walk in our doors and you’ll find friendly professional staff who dig deep, get results, and most importantly have fun! The reviews speak for themselves, at Hughes we quickly hook you up with companies that offer competitive pay rates, great culture & benefits, and a chance to elevate your life. We offer health insurance and 401(k) too to all our employees. To get the ball rolling, visit us online at www.hughesrecruiting.com and complete our application. We’ll be in touch soon!

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