PMO -2nd Shift Packaging Machine Operator

PMO
-2nd Shift Packaging Machine Operator

• Posted on August 12, 2026

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Old Dutch Foods, Inc.
2375 Terminal Rd W
Saint Paul, MN 55113, USA

• On-site
• Rate : $23.65 USD per hour
• Production
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PMO2 N001136

PMO
-2nd Shift Packaging Machine Operator

Shift: Monday - Friday | 1:45 PM - 10:00 PM

Join the Old Dutch Foods Team!

The Packaging Operator is responsible for maintaining the quality and output quantity of the packaging machinery. This includes set-up, changeovers, shutdown, cleaning, and drain. Maintains operating efficiency, performs basic repair and adjustments, minor troubleshooting. Properly retrieves and return needed film, folding cartons, seasoning, and other supplies, perform scheduled Quality Assurance (QA) checks.

Experience working on packaging machinery and manufacturing environment or working experience with form, fill, and seal machinery. Must have mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills. Ability to read and follow the schedule and set and run packaging equipment accordingly. Ability to work as a team member respectfully under pressure.

Job Duties:

• Assure that the packaging machines are running at set quantity and proper quality specifications.
• Setup, complete changeovers, shut down and/or drain the packaging machines according to the production schedule.
• Perform minor maintenance and repair work to keep the packaging equipment running.
• Report problems to supervisor that cannot be repaired within 10 minutes.
• Keep machinery and staging areas supplied with supplies i.e., film, seasoning powder, stickers, change-over parts.
• Assist other PMO's as needed to maintain production needs.
• Keep a log for each machine, recording all machine downtime.
• Maintain minimum downtime and material waste.
• Perform cleaning of equipment to proper specification necessary for changeovers and end of week.
• Perform all quality checks and record data as required.
• Continuously monitor packaging machines.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.

Essential job functions:

• Ability to operate and maintain packaging machines with limited down time to company specifications.
• Able to make minor repairs and/or adjustments quickly and safely.
• Able to clearly explain problems or at least explain the symptoms to co-operators and/or maintenance personnel or supervisor(s).
• Maneuver around machinery 100% of the workday.
• Climb ladders/stairs as needed throughout the day.
• Lift heavy, even, or uneven loads weighing up to 64 pounds.
• Bend or squat 25-50% of the workday.
• Work in awkward or tight work areas.
• Maneuver cautiously on slippery floors surfaces.
• Work on elevated platforms.
• Work in hot, humid, cold, noisy, wet, and odorous environment.
• Use hands and arms outstretched from body or overhead.
• Hear and communicate respectfully with others in noise, to ensure quality and safety.
• Successfully completes the safety training and adheres to the requirements.
• Work up to 40 hours per week or more if needed.
• Must have dependable attendance.
• Must be willing and able to work as a team.
• Work safely with and trouble-shoot moving machinery.
• Maintain authorization to operate lift trucks.

Above description is not inclusive of all job duties. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

Thank you for your interest in joining Old Dutch Foods! Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we kindly ask that applicants refrain from calling to inquire about the status of their application. If your qualifications match our current hiring needs, a member of our recruiting team will contact you directly. We appreciate your understanding.

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