Top 58 Production operator Jobs in Topeka, Ks

Day Shift Packaging Machine Operator-TOP
Mars —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Military
- Forklift
- Ability to climb stairs
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Ingredient Operator - B Shift
Post Consumer Brands —Lawrence, KS
- From $27.95 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing
- Entry level
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Baked Processing Technician
The J. M. Smucker Company —Topeka, KS
- From $28.10 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Schematics
- Computer literacy
- Office
Komori Press Operator
Southwest Publishing & Mailing —Topeka, KS
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Basic math
- English
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Production Machine Operator
Futamura USA —Topeka, KS
- $20.76 - $26.30 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Data entry
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Machine Operator
Custom Dredge Works, Inc. —Topeka, KS
- $19.47 - $27.04 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Manufacturing
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Packaging Machine Operator-Nights
Mars —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Military
- Forklift
- Ability to climb stairs
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Production Worker
American Phoenix Inc —Topeka, KS
- $18.50 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Reliable transportation
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Komori Press Operator
Moore —Topeka, KS
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Basic math
- English
Machine Operator
Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. —Topeka, KS
- Overtime
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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628 Die Cutter
Moore Print and Mail Center, Topeka —Topeka, KS
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Packaging Operator - D Shift
Post Consumer Brands —Lawrence, KS
- From $24.45 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing
- Entry level
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CNC Machine Operator - C-Shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Thursday to Saturday with alternating Wednesdays
PTMW, Inc. —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Computer skills
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CNC Machine Operator - A-Shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Sunday - Tuesday with alternating Wednesdays
PTMW, Inc. —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Computer skills
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Folding Machine Operator Nights
Southwest Publishing & Mailing —Topeka, KS
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Folding Machine Operator
Southwest Publishing & Mailing —Topeka, KS
- From $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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W+D 627 Envelope Adjuster Nights
Southwest Publishing & Mailing —Topeka, KS
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Basic math
- Mid-level
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Production Associate - Piping Tool Machine Operator
U.S. Engineering —Lawrence, KS
- $22.62 - $27.54 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- Forklift
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Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Custom Dredge Works, Inc. —Topeka, KS
- $18 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Warehouse
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Forklift Operator
Oldcastle Infrastructure —Topeka, KS
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Day Shift Packaging Machine Operator-TOP

Mars -
Topeka, KS

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
5 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Forklift
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Safety equipment

Full Job Description

Job Description:
Job Title: Machine Operator - Day Shift
Location: Topeka, KS (Mars Petcare)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
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Mars is looking to hire a highly motivated Machine Operator for our state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Topeka, Kansas.
Whether you are an experienced manufacturing professional, someone looking to transition into a technical field, or a military Veteran transitioning to the civilian workforce, Mars offers the structured training, tools, and supportive team environment you need to build a long-term, rewarding career.
As a day shift Machine Operator, you will become a system expert in your assigned production area. You will be responsible for the safe, efficient operation of advanced equipment, ensuring our products meet the high standards our consumers and pets deserve.
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What We Offer (Benefits Perks)

Health Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance starting on day one.
Financial Security: Competitive base pay, annual performance-based bonus potential, and a highly competitive 401(k) company match.
Work-Life Balance: Immediately eligible (based on hire date) for up to three weeks of paid vacation, 12 Paid Holidays per year, and Sick Pay.
Family Support: Paid Maternity Parental Leave, Short-Term Long-Term Disability.
Career Growth: Access to world-class technical training, clear pathways for promotion, and educational assistance.

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Key Responsibilities

Equipment Operation: Safely and efficiently operate food-safe machinery and production lines to meet daily operational targets.
Problem Solving Troubleshooting: Assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine technical repairs, adjustments, and root-cause troubleshooting.
Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance tasks and partner with the specialized Maintenance team on complex equipment upkeep.
Quality Assurance: Execute critical food safety and quality checks (e.g., metal detection, inspecting date codes, monitoring dump logs) and maintain a high level of product ownership.
Detailed Record Keeping: Keep highly accurate logs and digital shift support documentation using basic desktop and production tracking computer systems.
Material Handling: Safely operate a forklift to manage material flow and inventory control principles in your production area.

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What You’ll Bring (Qualifications)

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent civilian/military education.
Physical Capability: Ability to stand on concrete floors for extended periods, bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Safety Mindset: Willingness to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform.
Certifications: Ability to obtain and maintain OSHA forklift certification (Mars will provide full on-site training and licensing).

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience: 1 years of manufacturing experience operating industrial machinery OR equivalent technical military experience (such as equipment maintenance, operations, or mechanical repairs).
Technical Skills: Basic understanding of inventory control systems or experience utilizing enterprise asset management systems (e.g., SAP, GCSS, or equivalent databases).

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Military Veteran Technical Equivalency Guide
At Mars, we highly value your military service. If you served in any of the following fields (or a related occupational specialty), your military training maps directly to the technical, safety, and leadership demands of this role:

U.S. Army: Allied Trade Specialist (91E), Wheeled Vehicle Repairer (91B), Motor Transport Operator (88M), Unit Supply Specialist (92Y), Horizontal Construction Engineer (12N).
U.S. Navy: Machinists Mate (MM), Machinery Repairman (MR), Engineman (EN), Equipment Operator (EO), Logistics Specialist (LS).
U.S. Air Force: Aerospace Propulsion Specialist (2A6X1), Aircraft Metals Technology (2A7X1), Materiel Management (2S0X1), Pavements Construction Equipment (3E2X1).
U.S. Marine Corps: Machinist (2161), Metal Worker (1316), Engineer Equipment Operator (1345), Supply Chain/Logistics Specialist (3043), Motor Vehicle Operator (3531).
U.S. Coast Guard: Machinery Technician (MK), Damage Controlman (DC), Storekeeper (SK).

About Mars, Incorporated
Mars is a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world’s best-loved brands: MM’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, UNCLE BEN’S®, and COCOAVIA®. Mars also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD® Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl®, VCA® and Pet Partners™.
The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom – inspire our more than 100,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.
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production operator jobs in topeka, ks

Day Shift Packaging Machine Operator-TOP

Ingredient Operator - B Shift

Baked Processing Technician

Komori Press Operator

Production Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Packaging Machine Operator-Nights

Production Worker

Komori Press Operator

Machine Operator

628 Die Cutter

Packaging Operator - D Shift

CNC Machine Operator - C-Shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Thursday to Saturday with alternating Wednesdays

CNC Machine Operator - A-Shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Sunday - Tuesday with alternating Wednesdays

Folding Machine Operator Nights

Folding Machine Operator

W+D 627 Envelope Adjuster Nights

Production Associate - Piping Tool Machine Operator

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

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