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Shearer's Foods

Machine Operator

Burlington, IA · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private ... Responsibilities Machine Technician I - Burlington This position is responsible for operating ...

Shearer's Foods

Machine Operator

Burlington, IA

$20.10 - $25.25/hr

Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private ... Follow standard operating procedures for operating machinery effectively and efficiently.

Shearer's Foods

Machine Operator

Burlington, IA

$20.10 - $25.25/hr

Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private ... Follow standard operating procedures for operating machinery effectively and efficiently.

Shearer's Foods

Packaging Machine Operator

Brewster, OH · On-site

$21.01/hr

Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private ... Responsibilities Packaging Machine Operator Days, Afternoons and Night shift Training pay rate $21 ...

Shearer's Foods

Packaging Machine Operator

Massillon, OH · On-site

$23.30 - $26.30/hr

Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private ... Responsibilities Packaging Machine Operator Millennium Plant | Massillon, Ohio $23.30/hr - $26.30 ...

Shearer's Foods

Packaging Machine Operator

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private ... Responsibilities Packaging Machine Operator Dedication , Dependability , and a Willingness to learn ...

Shearer's Foods

Packaging Machine Operator

Brewster, OH

$21.01 - $24.01/hr

Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private ... Machine Operator Days, Afternoons and Night shift Training pay rate $21.01 + Shift premium for ...

Shearer's Foods

Packaging Machine Operator

Brewster, OH

$21.01 - $24.01/hr

Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private ... Machine Operator Days, Afternoons and Night shift Training pay rate $21.01 + Shift premium for ...

Shearer's Foods

Seasoner

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$20.19/hr

Overview Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading ... Qualifications 1-2 Years experience in food manufacturing machine operating and troubleshooting ...

Shearer's Foods

Seasoner

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

Overview Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading ... Qualifications 1-2 Years experience in food manufacturing machine operating and troubleshooting ...

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Do workers at Shearer's Foods get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
93% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Does Shearer's Foods pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
69% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

At Shearer's Foods, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
48% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from Shearer's Foods affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
76% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Shearer's Foods?

Most people get paid time off work.
89% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 58% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 21% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 21% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do workers at Shearer's Foods worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
80% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do Shearer's Foods workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it for Shearer's Foods workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
46% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Shearer's Foods?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
76% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do Shearer's Foods managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
76% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do jobs at Shearer's Foods spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
9% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Shearer's Foods?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
36% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is working at Shearer's Foods good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Shearer's Foods feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
39% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Shearer's Foods get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
67% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Shearer's Foods?

Most people feel stressed out here.
87% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Shearer's Foods enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
35% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Shearer's Foods recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
64% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Shearer's Foods?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Shearer's Foods?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 53% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people think Shearer's Foods’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
94% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Shearer's Foods is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
48% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
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Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Shearer's Foods

Burlington, IA • On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Shearer's Foods rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

220th of 401 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Overview
Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading manufacturer of salty snacks, cookies, and crackers. Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private brand salty snacks and second-largest supplier of private brand cookies and crackers.
With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer's has been awarded the food industry's highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.
Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.
At Shearer's Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable-and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.
Responsibilities
Machine Technician I - Burlington
This position is responsible for operating mechanized equipment used in food production. The Machine Technician 1 will typically work on one the following equipment: Wrapper, Delkor, Fallas, Rotary, Depositor.
  • Set up / Startup machine
  • Ensure proper operation of machine
  • Perform weight checks as required.
  • Perform metal detector checks as required.
  • Change cello rolls as required.
  • Ensuring proper machinery and setup completed for product change
  • Ensuring machine is cleaned after product run
  • Perform or assist with light PM's
  • Understand and observe safety rules
  • Perform all tasks at high efficiency levels
  • Data entry of production results into computerized tracking system every hour or as required
  • Follow standard operating procedures for operating machinery effectively and efficiently.
  • Troubleshoot operational issues as necessary
  • Ability of lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder level
  • Ability to push and/or pull wheeled objects up to 1000 pounds
  • 5S / Housekeeping - maintain cleanliness of area
  • May perform other duties as required

Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills Requirements:
  • Sense of urgency with a hands-on and can do attitude
  • Ability to read and write
  • Computer data entry skills or ability to learn
  • Attention to detail
  • Mechanical ability
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to work a variable schedule
  • Good written and verbal communication skills required

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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