Production Machine Operator – Commercial Bakery (2nd/3rd Shift) – Turano Baking Co.

Machine Operator

Location: Villa Rica, GA
Company: Turano Georgia Bread

Operate the Equipment That Delivers Quality Every Day

Turano Georgia Bread, a family-owned bakery with over 60 years of baking tradition, is looking for dependable and mechanically inclined Machine Operators to join our growing team.

If you have experience operating production or packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment and enjoy working in a fast-paced setting, we’d like to hear from you.

Position Overview

Machine Operators are responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and adjusting production and packaging equipment to ensure products meet quality, safety, and production standards. This position plays a key role in keeping our bakery running efficiently while producing high-quality breads and rolls enjoyed by customers nationwide.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, operate, monitor, and adjust production or packaging equipment
• Perform equipment changeovers and machine adjustments to maintain efficient production
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with product specifications
• Complete required production, quality, and process documentation
• Verify packaging materials, labels, coding, and product counts
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and communicate larger concerns to Maintenance
• Perform quality checks, including metal detector verification and product inspections
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work area
• Follow all safety, GMP, sanitation, and food safety requirements
• Work closely with Production, Packaging, Quality, and Maintenance teams to maximize line efficiency

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time
• Weekend, holiday, and overtime availability required
• Fast-paced commercial bakery environment
• Hot production environment
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds throughout the shift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One or more years of machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Bakery or food manufacturing experience is strongly preferred
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot production equipment
• Ability to read production specifications and complete required documentation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Dependable attendance and ability to work any assigned shift

Why Join Turano?

• Competitive pay with advancement opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription coverage
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Safe Harbor Company Contribution
• Long-Term Disability and additional company benefits
• Stable, family-owned company with opportunities for long-term career growth

If you’re looking for a hands-on manufacturing career where quality, teamwork, and reliability matter, apply today and become part of the Turano family!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.95 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Have you worked for Turano before?
• Do you currently have any family members working for Turano?
• Were you referred to us by a Turano employee? If yes, by who?
• Are you able to work 2nd or 3rd shift including nights, holidays and weekends?

Work Location: In person