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[US DC] Machine Operator

HellofreshAurora, COMay 22nd, 2026
At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions. Over the past 10 years, we've seen this mission spread around the world and beyond our wildest dreams. Now, we are a global food solutions group and the world's leading meal kit company, active in 18 countries across 3 continents. So, how did we do it? Our weekly boxes full of exciting recipes and fresh ingredients have blossomed into a community of customers looking for delicious, healthy, and sustainable options. The HelloFresh Group now includes our core brand, HelloFresh, as well as: Green Chef, EveryPlate, Chefs Plate, Factor_, and Youfoodz.Factor_ a brand of HelloFresh is seeking a motivated team player to join our operations team as Machine Operator. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the production initiatives and goals set forth by the area supervisor by making sure machines in your area of responsibility are kept fully functional and operated in accordance with plant standards, ensuring adherence to production targets.You will...Ensure equipment is fully functionalEffective implementation of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) initiatives and recommendations from upper managementFollow standards of quality, visually inspecting finished product to adjust machine settings accordinglyEnsure line is running smoothly and communicate all issues that prevent effective runs to supervisorEnsure machines are set up according to the production schedule with all equipment and materials available for the runInspect all ingredients to ensure plating follows the recipeAnticipate production scheduled materials availability and have PMs ready to ensure there are no gaps in productionEnsure proper light industrial maintenance and troubleshooting such as wrap roll replacement, cup fill, etc.Ensure overall safety of the operation of equipmentYou are...Someone with an inclination for complex machinery and operational excellenceSomeone with clear understanding of production goalsA creative problem solver with a process improvement mindsetDetail-oriented – You possess strong organizational skillsA self-starter – You are highly motivated and passionateAgile – You thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments and are willing to get deep into the weeds where neededA strong communicator who can easily communicate complex solutions to upper managementComfortability in being exposed to cool and/or cold environment (10o - 40o)At a minimum, you have...High School Diploma or equivalent, GED1 Year experience operation light industrial machineryGeneral knowledge of maintenance principlesYou'll get...Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, and company equity plan based on roleGenerous PTO, including sabbatical, and parental leave of up to 16 weeksComprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employmentTuition reimbursement for continuing educationUp to 75% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)Access to 7 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chainThis job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.Illinois Pay Range$19.75—$19.75 USDAbout HelloFreshWe believe that sharing a meal brings people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures together. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population enables us to connect with our customers and turn their feedback into meaningful action - from developing new recipes to constantly improving our process of getting dinner to our customers' homes. Our culture attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work!At HelloFresh, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. As part of the Company's commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations, up to the point of undue hardship, to candidates at any stage, including to individuals with disabilities.We want to adapt our processes and create a safe space that welcomes everyone so please let us know how we can accommodate our process. In case you have any accessibility requirements you can share that with us in the application form.To learn more about what it's like working inside HelloFresh, follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.HelloFresh is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at:Europe: EUaccommodations@hellofresh.comAPAC: APACaccommodations@hellofresh.comUnited States: USCandidateAccommodations@hellofresh.comCanada: CAaccommodations@hellofresh.com