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Machine Operator - Night Shift

CompanyMcIlhenny Company
LocationAvery Island
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 13, 2026
About The Company
The world famous TABASCO® brand products are made by McIlhenny Company, founded in 1868 on Avery Island, Louisiana. To this day, the company is still family-owned and operated on that very same site. Over 150 years later, TABASCO® Sauce is made much the same way, with three quality ingredients - distilled vinegar, peppers, and salt - and loved by millions of people around the globe. We’ve come a long way from our beginnings in 1868. While the Original Red Pepper Sauce stays true to the history of TABASCO® Brand, the TABASCO Family of Flavors® features 8 varieties of high-quality pepper sauces. From mild to wild, there’s something for everyone.
About the Role

Location: Avery Island, LA

Craving an exciting new career? Get ready to LIGHT IT UP! We’re looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. If you’re eager to make a delicious career switch and become a Night Shift Machine Operator for McIlhenny Company, makers of TABASCO® Brand products, we want to hear from you! 

Must-haves to apply for this job:

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Capable of learning to run multiple machines 
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Have a team approach and positive attitude - always willing to help in any area that is in need, even if it is not your department 
  • Be accountable for your job and tasks

What this job is all about:

The Night Shift Machine Operator is an entry-level manufacturing operator who is responsible for learning basic requirements and expectations for operating bottling equipment, supporting line operations, ensuring product safety and quality, and focused on adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs). 

In this job, you’ll do things like:

  • Ensures products are bottled, labeled, and packaged according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safety Policies, and all other company standards
  • Cleans and maintain designated machines, workstation, and/or work area
  • Assists with basic machine set-up, start-up, shutdown, and routine sanitation cleaning 
  • Operates assigned bottling equipment (Filler, Capper, Labeler, PDC, Carton Maker, Tray Packer) or basic tasks of assigned workstation
  • Monitors equipment to ensure properly running and report any issues
  • Basic quality checks (fill levels, cap placement, label alignment)
  • Maintains production flow by supplying materials correctly according to the Batch Ticket
  • Communicates any issues to Team Lead and other leadership in a timely manner to remove barriers to improve line performance
  • Obtains and enters appropriate lot codes and expiry data for the run into CDC (ink jet printer) as necessary
  • Demonstrates willingness to continue learning, ability to follow instructions, and perform repetitive tasks accurately
  • Shows consistency in attendance, teamwork, and performance output

Other great stuff about this job:

  • Uniquely generous benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k savings plan with company match and potential profit-sharing
  • You’ll be more than just a number! Take pride working in a privately held, family-owned business with a strong team and culture where you are valued. 

What will give you an edge:

  • Associate degree or higher level of formal education
  • 2 years of fast-paced production line or manufacturing experience
  • Willingness to work flexible shifts, including overtime if needed

From our home on Avery Island, Louisiana, McIlhenny Company produces TABASCO® Brand products, including the legendary TABASCO® Original Red Sauce. A household and restaurant staple around the world, TABASCO® Sauce is sold in more than 195 countries and territories and labelled in more than 36 languages and dialects. 

With more than 150 years of pepper expertise, our family-owned and operated company is constantly experimenting with new flavors and products to carry on our legacy of exciting the world’s most popular food and drinks. To learn more about how we #LightThingsUp please visit us at www.tabasco.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and LinkedIn.

To be considered for the position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job description.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Skills
Machine operationBottling equipmentManufacturingQuality controlSanitationSafety complianceGood manufacturing practicesTeamworkAttention to detailProblem solvingCommunicationProduction flowEquipment maintenanceData entry
Categories
ManufacturingFood & BeverageTrades
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionLife insurance401k savings planCompany matchProfit-sharing
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Machine Operator is responsible for operating bottling equipment, ensuring product safety and quality, and maintaining production flow. They must also perform routine sanitation, monitor equipment performance, and report any issues to leadership.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
247
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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