Automation Line Operator — 3-Day Weekend Shift & Growth

UTZ Brands, Inc; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k match

Profit sharing

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods is seeking an Automation Line Operator for our Kindig Lane facility. This full-time role runs Friday to Sunday from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with overtime as needed to meet production demands.

You'll manage line operations and support robotic palletizers and conveyors, ensuring safe, efficient production and guiding team members. As the primary on-line contact, you’ll collaborate with leadership to resolve issues, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvements in a

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in manufacturing or food packaging preferred.
• Technical training in automation or robotics is a plus, but not required.
• Comfortable working with robotic arms, conveyors, and automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation of the Automation area by verifying Lock Out Tag Out procedures and safety protocols.
• Supervise Automation Operators, Jackpot Lane Operators, and Forklift Material Handlers during shift.
• Serve as primary contact to coordinate communication between leaders of P3, P4, and RDC Operation to address issues on Automation operations.
• Monitor metrics and performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
• Oversee daily equipment inspections and cleaning at start and end of shifts.
• Maintain 5S standards in the designated automation area.

Skills

Robotic systems operation

Safety procedures

Team communication

Tools

PLC systems

HMI interfaces

Barcode scanners

Vision systems

Job description

Utz Quality Foods is seeking an Automation Line Operator for our Kindig Lane facility. This full-time role runs Friday to Sunday from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with overtime as needed to meet production demands.

You'll manage line operations and support robotic palletizers and conveyors, ensuring safe, efficient production and guiding team members. As the primary on-line contact, you’ll collaborate with leadership to resolve issues, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvements in a