Machine Operator

Bring your machine operation experience to an iconic, 100+ year old dairy manufacturer that offers excellent benefits, competitive pay (up to $70,000 in your first year!), and great company culture. Take your career to the next level with a company that wants to help you get there. Plus, you’ll enjoy working on new, state-of-the-art machinery! You won't find a better Machine Operator opportunity ‘till the cows come home!

Smith Brothers Farms, a leading producer and deliverer of milk to homes, schools, and business in the Puget Sound area for more than 100 years, is seeking Plant Machine Operators/Pasteurizers to join the team at their dairy plant in Kent, WA.

Why you should join the Smith Brothers Farms team:

• Competitive pay: Earn between $24 - $34/hr to start, based on experience. Plus, a night shift differential and the opportunity to earn an extra $2/hr when you complete your pasteurization training! You could earn $70,000 in your first year!
• Excellent Benefits: Low-cost health coverage for you and your family in addition to life insurance, 401(k) with company match (no vesting period) and more!
• Great Culture: Get recognized and rewarded for your expertise in a smaller tight knit team environment where people truly enjoy working with one another.
• Great reputation & Iconic brand! You’ve probably enjoyed Smith Brothers Farms dairy products. Enjoy working for a company that prides themselves on their people and their product.
• Opportunity to advance: Smith Brothers Farms are always looking for key players to move into higher level roles!
• State of the Art Facility: Enjoy spending your days in a newer facility that is clean, climate-controlled and well-lit with a wide variety of equipment.
• Multiple shifts available:
  • Sunday - Thursday: 10:00pm - 6:30am, 5x8's
  • Monday - Friday: 1:45pm - 10:15pm, 5x8's X 2
  • Vacation Relief

Minimum requirements:

• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with management & colleagues.
• Must be able to multitask.
• This is a safety sensitive position. We do preemployment drug tests, including THC.

Physical requirements:

• Frequently lift to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform tasks and responsibilities in plant conditions.

General duties/responsibilities:

• Learn and operate all fillers and raw/pasteurized systems.
• Adheres to company policies, procedures, and business ethics.
• Work cooperatively with management & colleagues.
• Maintain a clean and neat work area.
• Secure all equipment when not in use.
• Duties as assigned.

This is a safety sensitive position. We do preemployment drug tests, including THC.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.