Packaging Machine Operator

Overview

Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading manufacturer of salty snacks, cookies, and crackers. Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private brand salty snacks and second-largest supplier of private brand cookies and crackers.

With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer's has been awarded the food industry's highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.

At Shearer's Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.

• Packaging Machine Operator position at Millennium Plant in Massillon, Ohio.
• Run, change over, ensure efficiency and quality across 3-5 packaging machines.
• Communicate changes and plans to team members in the immediate area and to supervision.
• Perform a defined set of computer tasks at specific times throughout the shift.
• Set up and operate packaging equipment, follow precise recipes and work procedures, monitor and adjust variables, and perform product quality tests and data collection.
• React to directions from quality assurance and management personnel.
• Be exposed to allergens, chemicals, extreme equipment, and temperatures.
• Multi-task and prioritize activities throughout the day.
• Use hand tools as part of job duties.

• Leadership — Set an example for the line; follow all policies and procedures. Demonstrate Shearer's Core Values of Respect, Teamwork, and Giving Back.
• Troubleshooting Skills — Ability to diagnose problems and address issues for mechanical and automation equipment. 2-5 years of machine operator or maintenance apprentice experience preferred.
• Computer Skills — Basic computer skills required to run production; verifications on computer will be done routinely.
• Time Management — Effectively manage one’s own time; quality verifications performed at specific intervals and changes overs completed within allotted time.
• Flexibility — Available for training, pre-shift meetings, weekends, and overtime when needed.
• Physical Demands — Ability to move, twist, or lift up to 60 lbs; team lift of 75 lbs; require various vision abilities; able to stand for long periods.
• Equal Opportunity — We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Range

Salary Range: USD $23.30/hr – USD $26.60/hr