Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Maryland - Baltimore, MD, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Job Category: Manufacturing, First Shift Production Operator Summary: The first shift production operator is responsible for operating Production equipment on the production lines and follow safety rules and quality procedures. The production operator will handle and monitor manufacturing machines and equipment, ensuring that all mechanisms runs smoothly and on time. Production operator will assist with assembling, processing, packaging products on a production line, perform quality checks and minor repairs as needed. Production Operator will report to Production Supervisor and Production line leaders. The position is based at Pompeian HQ. at 4201 Pulaski Highway Baltimore, MD 21224.   First Shift Production Operator Requirements: Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred High school diploma Hours: 5:15am - 3:45pm. with availability on the weekends and ability to work overtime with varying days of the week Ability to troubleshoot machinery Ability to follow written procedure Ability to work in a team environment Operators are required to have viable transportation Able to lift between 25-50 lbs on occasion Able to stand for long periods of time, bending and stretching Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) at all times  Ensure Production is in compliance with all environmental and sustainable goals and practices  Forklift experience a plus but not required Must have predictable and strong attendance Must have a motivated can-do attitude with the eagerness to learn new tasks within the Production department    First Shift Production Operator Pay and Benefits: Hourly rate is $19.76/hour with opportunities for advancement available  Position is eligible to receive shift differential, overtime pay, and annual bonus  Health, Vision, Dental Insurance, 100% monthly premium funded by Pompeian for single or family   401K plan and company match program   Health Reimbursement Account   Paid vacation, 40 hours paid sick leave, 9 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays   Annual safety shoe allowance   Paid time off for Jury duty, Bereavement Leave, and Volunteer Events   Employee Referral Bonus Program   Free Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members   Employee led programs for wellness, diversity and planned community events   Educational Assistance Program   Family Scholarship Program   Opportunity to work with a Top 2025 Workplace in manufacturing, compensation & benefits and one of Maryland healthiest business    First Shift Production Operator Responsibilities: Follow GMPs in the Production area and immediately report any nonconformance GMP concerns to your supervisor Follow all food and safety rules  Monitor product quality and inform QC of any deviations from the standard Operate assigned equipment such as packer or labeler Assist in troubleshooting of the machines when they are not running properly Focus on minimizing waste of raw material, boxes, bottles, and finished product Perform housekeeping within Production workspace  Ensure all work meets company environmental goals  Performs duties per Pompeian's mission, goals and core values  All other duties and tasks assigned                          "My department really feels like a team - when something comes up, we work through it together."                Phibi, Production Supervisor    About us: The Olive Oil People – is America's largest national brand of olive oil, bestselling vinegars and a variety of cooking sprays. Farmer owned and Baltimore based since 1906, Pompeian is a family of olive farmers and olive oil craftsmen whose passion, expertise and dedication bring the best-tasting, highest-quality olive oils to kitchens everywhere. Upholding the highest quality standards, Pompeian conducts daily testing through our in-house quality assurance team in the state-of-the-art Pompeian Quality Control and Research & Development Center ensuring each bottle is always at peak freshness. Inspired by heritage and tradition, Pompeian products are rooted in authenticity and crafted for quality and great taste. To learn more about Pompeian please visit Pompeian.com and LinkedIn   *Most new hires are placed within the posted salary or wage range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the range is determined in good faith based on job-related factors, which may include the position’s requirements, the candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education or training, knowledge in the relevant area of expertise, internal pay equity, market data, the budgeted range for the position, and other lawful business considerations. Base salary is only one component of Pompeian’s competitive Total Rewards package, which may also include benefits and other compensation depending on the position.   *Pompeian is an equal opportunity employer. Pompeian’s employment practices are administered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture, afro hairstyles, and protective hairstyles), color, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), age, ancestry, national origin, disability, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other classifications protected by local, state and federal laws. The policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.         Qualifications: