Packaging Machine Operator ; Day Shift Pasco, WA

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

The Packaging Operator tends, maintains, and adjusts machine that stock, fill, wrap, seal and label bags with finished product. This individual ensures that product and bagging requirements are met safely, efficiently and with minimal waste. The Packaging Operator inspects bagging line processes and materials and responds promptly to any machine malfunctions.

• Maintains the start‑up and continuous operation of packaging equipment while keeping efficiencies and assists the department in meeting or exceeding daily packaging goals
• Operates and adjusts all equipment from cold inspection through the glue deck, including belts, shakers, scale equipment, packaging machines, case packers, case settlers, case sealers, case glue systems, and coders to ensure product is efficiently packaged according to product specifications
• Obtains daily work schedules and completes work orders based on standard operating procedures
• Ensures packaging equipment functions according to specifications
• Prepares packaging machines prior to product run including cleaning and adjusting
• Logs information from each run
• Maintains safe and clean working environment
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Performs sanitation work as assigned by Supervisory and Lead personnel

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• 1+ years related experience and/or training
• Experience with Scale, Packaging, and bagger machines

Job Requisition

Travel Required:

None

Location(s): GF Plant - Pasco

Country:
United States

Wage range or rate of pay: $23.62/HR

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job‑related reasons.

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (where applicable)
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Education Assistance (where applicable)
• Benefits details available at

The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.