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Darling Ingredients

Operator

Crows Landing, CA · On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

Job Summary The Operator is responsible for the operation of the computer controlled process ... Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed. Physical Demands * Frequently required to walk ...

New

Vantedge Medical

NC Operator

Stockton, CA · On-site

$22 - $32/hr

NC Operator Full-time / Permanent Day, Swing, and Weekend Shifts Available Pay Range : $22 - $32 DOE *We are not currently working with third party agencies on this role. About Us: Vander-Bend is a U.

Vantedge Medical - VDB

NC Operator

Stockton, CA · On-site

$22 - $32/hr

Description NC Operator Full-time / Permanent Day, Swing, and Weekend Shifts Available Pay Range : $22 - $32 DOE *We are not currently working with third party agencies on this role. About Us: Vander ...

Valley Milk LLC

Machine Operator

Turlock, CA

$22 - $26/hr

Description The Operator is an entry-level position designed for employees who are new to our dairy ... Ability to work assigned shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by plant operations.

New

Vantedge

NC Operator

Stockton, CA · On-site

$22 - $32/hr

Job Type Full-time Description NC Operator Full-time / Permanent Day, Swing, and Weekend Shifts Available Pay Range : $22 - $32 DOE *We are not currently working with third party agencies on this ...

Valley Milk LLC

Wet Process Operator

Turlock, CA · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Ability to work a rotating 12-hour schedule, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Preferred ... Experience operating PLC/HMI-controlled processing equipment. Knowledge of evaporators, separators ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Stockton, CA · On-site

$24.58 - $26.71/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Open availability required, including all shifts, weekends, and holidays. IMPORTANT: A VALID DRIVER ... As an Intermodal Equipment Operator (also known as a Terminal Operator), you'll play a critical ...

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavator Operator

Livermore, CA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Excavator Operator Founded in 1935, Roto-Rooter is North America's largest plumbing, drain ... Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as required for the role.

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavator Operator

Livermore, CA

$17 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Excavator Operator Founded in 1935, Roto-Rooter is North America's largest plumbing, drain cleaning ... Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as required for the role.

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavator Operator

Livermore, CA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Excavator Operator Founded in 1935, Roto-Rooter is North America's largest plumbing, drain ... Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as required for the role.

Ryder

Forklift Operator

Tracy, CA · On-site

$23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Additional Pay: $1.00 shift premium & $1.50 weekend premium when you work a weekend day * Schedules ... Valid Forklift Operator's License certified * Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ryder

Forklift Operator

Tracy, CA

$23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Additional Pay: $1.00 shift premium & $1.50 weekend premium when you work a weekend day * Schedules ... Valid Forklift Operator's License certified * Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ryder

Forklift Operator

Tracy, CA

$23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Additional Pay: $1.00 shift premium & $1.50 weekend premium when you work a weekend day * Schedules ... Valid Forklift Operator's License certified * Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ryder

Forklift Operator

Tracy, CA

$23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Additional Pay: $1.00 shift premium & $1.50 weekend premium when you work a weekend day * Schedules ... Valid Forklift Operator's License certified * Strong verbal and written communication skills

Blue Diamond Growers

RTE Operator - Entry

Turlock, CA · On-site

$32/hr

N/A Other job requirements (e.g. certifications/licenses, CPG experience, work overtime/weekends ... Blue Diamond Growers Operator experience. WHY BLUE DIAMOND? In addition to working at the world ...

Blue Diamond Growers

RTE Operator - Entry

Turlock, CA

$32/hr

N/A Other job requirements (e.g. certifications/licenses, CPG experience, work overtime/weekends ... Blue Diamond Growers Operator experience. WHY BLUE DIAMOND? In addition to working at the world ...

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How much do weekend operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend operator in Modesto, CA is $21.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend operator?

To thrive as a Weekend Operator, you need strong operational skills, attention to detail, and prior experience in facility, manufacturing, or machinery operations, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with control systems, safety protocols, and specific industry certifications such as forklift operation or OSHA training may be necessary. Excellent time management, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication make candidates stand out in this role. These skills are crucial to ensure efficient, safe, and reliable operations during weekend shifts when staffing and supervisory resources may be limited.

What is a weekend operator?

A Weekend Operator is responsible for overseeing operations during weekends, ensuring that equipment, processes, or services run smoothly. Duties may include monitoring machinery, troubleshooting issues, maintaining production schedules, or handling customer inquiries, depending on the industry. This role is common in manufacturing, customer support, and facilities management. Weekend Operators are essential for maintaining business continuity outside standard work hours.

What does a weekend operator do?

Weekend Operators typically work during weekend shifts, which may include day, evening, or overnight hours depending on the facility’s operational needs. While teams may be smaller on weekends, collaboration remains essential, often involving close coordination with other operators, supervisors, and sometimes remote support staff. Operators are expected to be proactive in communicating equipment status and promptly addressing any issues that arise. This environment fosters independence as well as teamwork, and employers often provide structured handoff procedures to ensure smooth transitions between shifts.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Operator job openings in Modesto, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,634 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Operator

Darling Ingredients

Crows Landing, CA • On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Darling Ingredients rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

215th of 438 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Job Summary

The Operator is responsible for the operation of the computer controlled process equipment, cooker, machinery, and evaluation of any process problems in addition to performing product quality testing.

Work Schedule: Night Shift

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

  • Oversees rendering process from raw material bin to finished goods storage.
  • Maintain steady flow of material to cooker.
  • Maintain cooker temperature, rate, and steam at peak operating levels.
  • Monitor evaporation rate to maintain rate per hour according to requirements.
  • Control flow of material to presses and to finished goods storage.
  • Monitor control panel and various gauges to accomplish process.
  • Operate pollution control system including air/odor control system and wastewater control.
  • Responsible for boiler start up and operation.
  • Perform periodic preventative maintenance on all equipment in process.
  • Monitor machinery; bring all problems to attention of manager.
  • Assures equipment and work area is clean after each shift.
  • Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • One year of Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of mechanical rendering process preferred.
  • Chemical manufacturing experience a plus.
  • Good mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting; skilled in general mechanics and safe operation of equipment.
  • Basic math skills; ability to compute decimals and percentages.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Good oral and written skills.
  • Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations.
  • Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Physical Demands

  • Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
  • Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Regularly required reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a rendering facility which requires tolerance for wet and/or slippery floors, and high heat and/or cold temperatures.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

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