Packaging Operator - Line

Overview

Pay $21.87-$23.25 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus $1.00 per hour shift premium for 2nd shift hours. Schedule 2nd Shift (Sunday – Thursday, 2:15 PM – 10:15 PM); other days and hours as needed.

Location:

Plant 2B, Line 212, 10260 McKee Road, Collegedale, TN 37315.

McKee Foods is seeking a Packaging Operator to join our Collegedale, TN manufacturing team. The operator will operate and maintain packaging machinery to ensure efficient production of McKee Foods products. The role includes setting up machines, monitoring packaging processes, and troubleshooting issues to ensure product quality and adherence to safety standards. This is a fast-paced, high-volume production environment that requires attention to detail, teamwork, and a strong focus on safety and efficiency.

• Operate and maintain packaging machinery to ensure efficient production of McKee Foods products.
• Set up machines, monitor packaging processes, and troubleshoot issues to ensure product quality and adherence to safety standards.
• Work in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment with close attention to detail and a focus on safety and teamwork.

• Excellent organizational skills
• Self-motivated with high initiative
• Basic math skills
• Adaptable and able to do multiple tasks; flexible
• Ability to work effectively with others; team player
• Good communication skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to frequently lift and move 50 lbs
• Good analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to learn basic computer skills
• Good work, safety, and attendance record; dependable
• Demonstrated desire to work hard; willingness to try new ideas
• Minor equipment maintenance knowledge
• Steel-toed, slip-resistant safety shoes required
• Knowledge of and adherence to company food safety, product purity, company policy, and departmental procedures

• Knowledge of McKee Foods Corporation and OSHA safety regulations
• General mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of OPM software systems or PC experience

• Competitive weekly pay
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance (health, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan)
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Health Center and Pharmacy
• Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credit Union
• Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)

McKee Foods Corporation is best known for our Little Debbie® snack cakes, America's leading snack cake brand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.