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Cheese Machine Operator Jobs in Montgomery, IL (NOW HIRING)

Cheese Merchants Of America

General Labor

Bartlett, IL · On-site

$17 - $17.50/hr

... cheese in combo tote up to 40 lbs., Clean and scrap floor of dropped product * Palatizing which consists of counting the quantities produced and communicate to machine operator * Packer which ...

Cheese Merchants Of America

General Labor

Bartlett, IL · On-site

$17 - $17.50/hr

... cheese in combo tote up to 40 lbs., Clean and scrap floor of dropped product * Palatizing which consists of counting the quantities produced and communicate to machine operator * Packer which ...

Schuman Cheese

Maintenance Electrician

Elgin, IL · On-site

$28 - $37/hr

Maintenance mechanics work with production machines, such as Multivac, Weber, Provisur, PFM ... Schuman Cheese reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or ...

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How much do cheese machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for cheese machine operator in Montgomery, IL is $18.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.25 and $19.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

PRODUCTION MACHINE OPERATOR - EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Bartlett, IL • On-site

Cheese Merchants Of America
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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$20 - $25/hr

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Job description

 

 

Job Title:  Machine Operator  

Job Summary:

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment to meet production requirements. The Machine Operator receives direction from the Line Lead, Supervisor, and Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Set up and operate high speed vertical fill form seal packaging machines, slicing machine, cup machines or bagging machines.  
  • Perform daily pre-operational maintenance checks.
  • Able to disassemble and reassemble machine correctly.         
  • Monitor and evaluate product to confirm quality standards are achieved.
  • Retrieve raw material and stage in designated location.
  • Fill machine with material to ensure uptime.
  • Work within a team of 3-6 workers, proactively seeking communication to maintain product flow, and assist in other jobs where needed.
  • Able to perform sanitation throughout the shift and participate in weekly cleanings.  
  • Able to work overtime based on business needs. 
  • All other duties assigned 

Hours & Classification: 

Production schedules are as follows but may be modified based on business needs. 

  • 1st shift: 4:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
  • 2nd shift: 4:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. 

Requirements:

  • 1-year experience in a related environment and operating a packaging machine is a plus.
  • Understands and is familiar with HAACP, SQF, GMP’s, and FDA guidelines.
  • Ability to work and communicate well with others. 
  • Must be able to display mechanical and problem-solving skills.
  • Heavy lifting may be required.
  • Attention to detail
  • Willing to perform repetitive task for extended periods.
  • Ability to stand, bend, and stoop variously for extended periods of time

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