1st-Shift Packaging Operator: Setups, QA & Maintenance

Old Dutch Foods; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dutch Foods in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a PMO - 1st Shift Packaging Machine Operator to monitor and operate the packaging lines, perform set-ups and changeovers, and ensure quality and output meet specifications.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, basic computer skills, and the ability to work as a team in a fast, sometimes loud manufacturing environment. Shift: Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–2:00 PM, on-site with opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience with packaging machinery and manufacturing environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills.
• Ability to read schedules and run packaging equipment accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Assure packaging machines run at set quantity and quality.
• Setup, complete changeovers, shut down and drain packaging machines as scheduled.
• Perform minor maintenance and repair to keep equipment running.
• Report problems beyond 10 minutes to the supervisor.
• Keep supplies stocked at machines (film, seasoning, etc.).
• Maintain a log for each machine noting downtime.
• Meet minimum downtime and material waste targets.
• Perform cleaning of equipment for changeovers and week end.

Job description

Old Dutch Foods in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a PMO - 1st Shift Packaging Machine Operator to monitor and operate the packaging lines, perform set-ups and changeovers, and ensure quality and output meet specifications.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, basic computer skills, and the ability to work as a team in a fast, sometimes loud manufacturing environment. Shift: Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–2:00 PM, on-site with opportunities for overtime.