Overview
Join a premier candy manufacturer in Lexington, NC, as a Drum Machine Operator and play a key role in crafting quality sweet treats while building valuable skills in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Steady Pay: $17.00/hour
- 2nd Shift: 4:30 PM – 2:30 AM (10 hour shifts, Monday to Saturday with lots of overtime during this peak season)
- Holiday Shutdowns: Typically shutdown for Thanksgiving and from Christmas through New Year's
- Rewards Program: Offers a chance to win a $25 gift card or $150 for Employee of the Month
- Paid Weekly: Get paid your way—direct deposit or pay card options
- Affordable Health Benefits After 30 Days: $5 copays, $5 prescriptions, and FREE telehealth services for you and your family!
- Award-Winning Culture: SIA Best Staffing Firm to Work For winner—investing in your success with great benefits, growth opportunities, and a people-first culture.
- Contract-to-Hire Opportunity: NO temps here—with Ōnin, you are a Teammate from day one! Whether your journey with us lasts two days or two years, we value your contribution.
What You’ll Do as a Drum Machine Operator:
- Operate the drum machine to pull soft candy from the conveyer belt into precise 100-pound batches.
- Load candy batches onto designated carts and safely transfer them to downstream production areas.
- Ensure materials are accurately supplied to the correct production lines in a timely manner.
- Use equipment like scales, carts, and drum machinery safely and efficiently.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas around the drum to comply with food manufacturing standards.
- Strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Personal Production Safety (PPS), and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines at all times.
- Assist supervisors and team members with other kitchen production tasks as needed.
Skills and Experience
What You’ll Bring as a Preferred Candidate:
- Strong physical stamina, including the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive pulling movements for long periods.
- Capacity to perform frequent repetitive upper body movements, handling, and grasping.
- Demonstrated capability to push, pull, and lift/carry materials regularly throughout the shift (up to 50 lbs occasionally).
- Dependable work ethic with a track record of excellent attendance and punctuality.
- High situational awareness and vigilance to ensure a safe workspace for yourself and teammates.
- Positive, cooperative attitude and strong communication skills to support a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience in food manufacturing, machine operation, or production environments is a plus.
We don’t hire temps, we hire TEAMMATES!
Benefits
Don't miss this chance to enhance your experience in a manufacturing environment while enjoying competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Weekly pay
- $5 prescription drugs
- $5 doctor's visit copays
- Free teledoctor service
- Free counseling services
- Life insurance included
- Vision insurance included
- Dental insurance included
- Vacation and holiday pay
- Scholarship Opportunities
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Free legal services
- Our unbeatable employee discount program
Apply today with Ōnin Staffing Kernersville —your next opportunity is just a click away!
