Packaging Operator

Position Title: Packaging Operator Pool

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Requisition : 43384

The Packaging Operator applies technical knowledge of packaging materials and equipment to set up, operate, and troubleshoot packaging equipment in a safe and efficient manner according to quality specification sheets, customer satisfaction, and company policy. The operator has the authority to place raw or finished product on hold if a quality attribute is not met.

Your day‑to‑day may consist of the following responsibilities:

• Operate and set up all packaging equipment, perform changeovers, troubleshoot issues, and maximize line efficiencies based on process and product specifications.
• Conduct essential safety and quality checks, including pre‑operational equipment inspections, code date verifications, metal detection, and machine adjustments to maintain standards.
• Manage materials and documentation, including ordering/issuing raw materials, reconciling usage, performing rework processes, and completing all required data collection accurately.
• Uphold safety, sanitation, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), maintaining a clean work area, following safety regulations, and supporting production projects or line coordination.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other operators to facilitate changeovers, assist during breaks, and contribute to production initiatives.

This role works in a manufacturing environment with potential exposure to loud noises, strong odors, temperature fluctuations, moving machinery, wet or humid conditions, hazardous chemicals, high or confined areas, extreme temperatures, and vibration throughout various facility areas. The role also regularly engages in prolonged standing, walking, communicating, and sensory tasks throughout each shift, while frequently handling objects, climbing, balancing, and performing various physical movements such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as part of job duties.

The use of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus is required.

1st Shift (6 AM‑2 PM) or 2nd Shift (2 PM‑10 PM) Monday‑Friday or PM Shift (6 PM‑6 AM) on a 2‑2‑3 schedule. Shift differential offered for 2nd and PM shifts.

Note:

The 2nd shift position will transition to 12‑hour shifts on the AM shift (6 AM‑6 PM) on a 2‑2‑3 schedule in September 2026.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience working in manufacturing; experience working in food manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Maintains a continuous learning mindset and adapts quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles.
• Demonstrates strong technical ability with a digital‑first approach, embracing new technologies and accurately entering data.
• Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization, follows instructions (written, oral, diagram form), and completes necessary documentation independently in English.
• Pays close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record‑keeping.
• Physically capable of meeting job requirements and consistently brings a positive, team‑focused attitude to work.
• Demonstrates adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem‑solving skills while working independently or collaboratively to ensure effective and logical decision‑making in diverse situations.
• Demonstrates the physical capability to bend frequently and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds), alongside proficiency in safely operating Powered Industrial Vehicles to support workplace operations.

• Competitive hourly rate
• Insurance day ONE of employment
• 401k match up to 6%
• PTO, company holidays, wellness days
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Set schedule/overtime allowances
• Pay for skills program/education reimbursement

Starting at $29.30 USD hourly + bonus eligibility + hourly pay differential for applicable shifts. The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set,…