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Film Machine Operator Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Bells, TN · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

We are currently looking for a machine operator to join our team! Benefits: * Benefits begin on ... Consistently meet 100% efficiency standards and goals for film and over fill reduction for a ...

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Bells, TN · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

We are currently looking for a machine operator to join our team! Benefits: * Benefits begin on ... Consistently meet 100% efficiency standards and goals for film and over fill reduction for a ...

Machine Operator -Night shift

Dyersburg, TN · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

The machine operator is also required to do complete washouts of the machinery at the end of a ... Test and evaluate products to verify correct weights, seals, film orientation, leakers, codes ...

Machine Operator Day shift

Dyersburg, TN · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

The machine operator is also required to do complete washouts of the machinery at the end of a ... Test and evaluate products to verify correct weights, seals, film orientation, leakers, codes ...

Machine Operator 2nd shift

Dyersburg, TN · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

The machine operator is also required to do complete washouts of the machinery at the end of a ... Test and evaluate products to verify correct weights, seals, film orientation, leakers, codes ...

The Blown Film Operator is a skilled manufacturing professional responsible for operating and ... Execute machine adjustments to maintain product specifications * Perform regular equipment ...

Blown Film Operator

Jackson, TN · On-site

$23.58/hr

The Blown Film Operator is a skilled manufacturing professional responsible for operating and ... Execute machine adjustments to maintain product specifications * Perform regular equipment ...

Previous experience in operating reclaim equipment or similar machinery in a blown film plastics manufacturing or recycling facility is preferred * Solid understanding of plastics processing ...

Previous experience in operating reclaim equipment or similar machinery in a blown film plastics manufacturing or recycling facility is preferred * Solid understanding of plastics processing ...

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Film Machine Operator information

What is the difference between Film Machine Operator vs Camera Operator?

AspectFilm Machine OperatorCamera Operator
Primary RoleOperates film or motion picture equipment to produce filmsOperates cameras to capture video or film footage
Work EnvironmentFilm studios, production sets, post-production facilitiesOn-location shoots, studios, live events
CredentialsTechnical training, film production experienceCamera-specific training, film or video production experience
Industry UsageFilm, television, commercial productionFilm, television, live broadcasting

While both roles involve working with film and video equipment, the Film Machine Operator focuses on operating specialized machinery for film production, whereas the Camera Operator handles the actual capturing of footage. Both require technical skills and industry experience, but their daily tasks and equipment differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Film Machine Operator job openings in Tennessee as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

The Pictsweet Company

Bells, TN • On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Pictsweet rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

308th of 437 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

The Pictsweet Company is growing! We are currently looking for a machine operator to join our team!

Benefits:

  • Benefits begin on first day of employment for Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA
  • 100% Company paid benefits includes Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401k with Employer Match
  • Vacation Days, Sick Leave, & Paid Holidays

Duties are not inclusive and are subject to change at management’s discretion.

  • Responsible for the operation and mechanical maintenance of assigned packaging line(s).
  • Works cooperatively with supervisors, maintenance, and line workers to meet productivity standards.
  • Sets up line for production runs.
  • Capable of running multiple lines.
  • Continually monitors packaging equipment, product, packaging and personnel for the production run.
  • Maintains safety, quality and production standards for each production run.
  • Perform minor mechanical duties including minor repair of all line equipment.
  • Maintain and operate ink jet coders as well as case printers.
  • Performs preventative maintenance on line equipment as scheduled.
  • Communicates progress of line to supervision.
  • Responsible for correcting errors on line.
  • Actively develop solutions to limit operational downtime.
  • Consistently meet 100% efficiency standards and goals for film and over fill reduction for a sustained period.
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Experience:

  • The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a machine operator or related craft.
  • One-year of experience in direct operation and maintenance of machinery similar to those used by Pictsweet is preferred.  
  • Will be capable of running two or more lines and/or performing general mechanical duties. 
  • Must be able to maintain and repair basic mechanical operations of line equipment.
  • Knowledge of hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, weigh machines, metal detectors, VFFS baggers, and material handling systems.
  • Should possess an advanced understanding of packaging systems, applicable to Pictsweet packaging equipment.

Cognitive & Psychological:

  • Must be able to understand basic mathematical computation.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and written in English.
  • Must be able to excel in a cooperative team environment. 

Other:

  • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Must be able to stand, lift, bend, and walk for an extended period.
  • Must be able to work in cold environment (30-40 degrees), non-climate controlled area, and outdoor weather conditions.
  • Must be willing to work extended hours as needed (including weekends and holidays).

The Pictsweet Company is an equal opportunity employer.  M/F/V/H


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