Machine Operator Lead - Day Shift - Days Off: Saturday, Sunday, and Monday)

homechef

Atlanta, GA · Atlanta · United States

Posted Aug 21, 2026

Other
Production

Job description

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.

In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.

Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We’re eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef’s offerings.

This role follows a Day shift schedule, working from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with designated days off on Saturday, Sunday & Monday

The Machine Lead is responsible for the week's machine driven production including developing the optimized production plan, managing the machine coordinators and their supporting teams, and troubleshooting equipment. The Machine Lead will be capable of safely starting, operating and locking out multiple pieces of equipment.

Detailed Responsibilities

Always keeps safety first while using all equipment
Leads and directs machine operator teams while prioritizing workload daily
Prioritizes daily production on the equipment to reduce downtime and changeovers
Uses advanced knowledge of Production based equipment to ensure optimal usage and maximization of output
Maintains and troubleshoots Production equipment when issues arise. Escalates large issues to upper management and maintenance when needed
Trains machine operators on equipment usage and data reporting
Follows all equipment related SOP’s and best practices at all times
Executes thorough inspections of all equipment regularly and partners with the maintenance team when issues are found
Conducts or monitors the cleaning and sanitization of all equipment regularly
Follows good manufacturing practices at all times while operating equipment
Coaches team members when issues arise and when processes are not being followed
Fills out and turns in all equipment paperwork daily with correct data
Conducts appropriate equipment audits daily at start/end of shifts
Holds team accountable for all implemented KPI’s for equipment output daily
Prioritizes equipment related projects while maintaining strong equipment output
Performs a weekly inventory of equipment related materials

This position requires 0% travel.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED)
2+ years of experience working in Production environment preferred

More About Us

Perks and Benefits

Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time
401k program
Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses

How We Work Together

We are humble team players.
We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.

We take ownership.
We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at hr@homechef.com.

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