2nd Shift Packaging Operator - Dry Powder Ingredients (4:00pm-2:30am, M-Thurs)

Fortress Nutrition, LLC; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO with carryover

Paid holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision

HSA with company contributions

Life, AD&D, disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Fortress Nutrition is seeking Packaging Line Operators for our Dry Powder Operations team. The role operates packaging equipment, performs real-time quality checks, and works with the production team to meet customer specifications on a consistent 2nd shift schedule.

You will set up and monitor equipment, complete MMRs and production records, maintain sanitation, and participate in overtime with double pay for hours over 50. A High School diploma and 1+ year in food manufacturing are required.

Qualifications

• Must have good attention to detail and ability to perform basic math.
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Reliable, punctual and a strong team player.
• Experience in food manufacturing or GMP awareness is a plus.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain packaging equipment and related machinery as assigned.
• Perform real-time quality checks and documentation to ensure specifications.
• Monitor production flow and address faults or slowdowns promptly.
• Maintain clean, sanitary work area and follow GMPs and food safety procedures.
• Assist with overtime or weekend work when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

English reading/writing

Teamwork

Basic math

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Packaging Line Operators

Fortress Nutrition is growing - and we're looking for reliable, detail-oriented Packaging Line Operators to join our Dry Powder Operations team. This role is responsible for operating packaging equipment, completing real-time quality checks, and working closely with the production team to package products safely, accurately, and according to customer specifications.

If you enjoy hands‑on work, take pride in accuracy, and work well in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to build your skills while working a consistent 2nd shift schedule.

Schedule: 2nd Shift

• Monday-Thursday: 4:00 PM-2:30 AM
• 3 day-weekends (Friday-Sunday)

Work 4 days, enjoy a 3-day weekend every week- and if you want extra income, optional overtime is available with opportunities for double pay!

What You'll Do

• Set up, operate, and maintain packaging equipment and related machinery (fillers, sealers, x‑ray systems, metal detectors, scales, coders, etc.)
• Make equipment adjustments as needed to ensure products and packaging meet required specifications
• Perform consistent, accurate quality checks (visual bag inspections, seal‑integrity checks, coding verification, weight checks) throughout production
• Complete Master Manufacturing Records (MMRs), production records, and quality documentation in real time following Good Documentation Practices
• Continuously monitor equipment and product flow to identify and address faults, errors, or slowdowns
• Act quickly to identify and address equipment issues or slowdowns
• Report any/all production concerns to Production Supervisor or Lead promptly for resolution
• Follow all food‑safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety procedures, and sanitation standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
• Support team operations through overtime or weekend work when needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with understanding/knowledge of food‑safety and quality programs, including GMPs, handwashing, allergen controls, sanitation, and cross‑contamination prevention
• Ability to perform basic shop math
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Ability to work in an environment with food allergens, dry powder, dust, and wet conditions
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required by production or business needs

Must demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and remain actively engaged throughout the shift. This role requires continuous equipment monitoring, timely and accurate quality checks, and immediate response to faults or production concerns. Delays or inattention can affect product quality and stop production. Individuals who are not attentive, proactive, and fast‑moving will not be successful in this role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating high‑speed packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of GMPs, food safety, and quality standards
• Previous machine operating experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10 hours in a shift)
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely work from a mezzanine workstation or scissor lift up to 20 feet high
• Frequent use of hands to operate controls, tools, equipment, and packaging materials
• Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and balancing
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle and operate tools, equipment and packaging materials

Pay & Benefits

• $19.00 - $20.00+ per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
• + $1.00 Shift Premium
• Double pay for hours worked after 50 hours in a workweek
• Weekend work is paid at double pay

Benefits Include

• PTO Package with Carryover Option
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision (Affordable Family Coverage)
• HSA with Company Contributions
• Company-Paid Life, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Strong Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonuses
• And more

Fortress Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer.