Back-Up Machine Operator - Weekend Night

UTZ Brands, Inc; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site health clinic

24/7 fitness center

Growth, wellness, and work-lifeBalance

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods is expanding and seeking Packaging Machine Operators for the Weekend Night Shift in the United States. The role offers a 3-day Friday to Sunday schedule (6PM-6AM), with opportunities to grow within a household-name snack company that emphasizes a strong pay and benefits package.

Responsibilities include setting up and operating packaging lines, monitoring quality, troubleshooting minor issues, and maintaining clean, safe work areas while collaborating with the next shift.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Ability to read and understand English instructions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to obtain a forklift license (training provided).
• Knowledge of packaging machine equipment (preferred, but training available).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate packaging lines safely and efficiently.
• Perform routine checks at shift start and throughout the day to ensure machines are running properly.
• Monitor packaging quality (weights, seals, codes, pricing).
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and support maintenance as needed.
• Keep accurate records of production, film usage, and quality checks.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Communicate with the next shift and support teamwork across lines.
• Train new operators as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

English literacy

Physical stamina

Tools

Packaging machinery knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Utz Quality Foods is expanding, and we’re excited to bring new talent on board! We’re currently seeking Packaging Machine Operators to join our Weekend Nigth Shift.This role offers steady hours Friday to Sunday 6PM-6AM, a dependable 3-day workweek, and the chance to grow your career with a company that’s been a household name for generations.

What makes Utz different? We put people first. From opportunities to advance, to a supportive workplace culture, we’re committed to helping our team members succeed. On top of that, we offer a strong pay and benefits package designed with you and your family in mind.

Here are just a few perks you’ll find at Utz:

A free on-site health clinic for full-time employees and their dependents

A 24/7 fitness center available at no cost to all associates

Programs and resources that promote growth, wellness, and work-life balance

Responsibilities:

Set up and operate packaging lines safely and efficiently

Perform routine checks at shift start and throughout the day to ensure machines are running properly

Monitor packaging quality (weights, seals, codes, pricing)

Troubleshoot minor machine issues and support maintenance as needed

Keep accurate records of production, film usage, and quality checks

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Communicate with the next shift and support teamwork across lines

Train new operators as needed

Requirements:

Basic reading, writing, and math skills

Ability to read and understand English instructions and communicate effectively with operators and maintenance personnel

Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment

Willingness to obtain a forklift license (training provided)

Knowledge of packaging machine equipment (preferred, but training available)

Strong teamwork and communication skills

External Recruitment Process

• Easy Application (5 mins): Introduce yourself and answer a few key questions to get started.
• Engaging Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Share your experiences in an online chat, highlighting how your values align with ours.
• Live Interview: Selected candidates will meet with the hiring manager to explore their alignment with the team and overall Utz company culture.

Continuously Pursuing Excellence!

Here at Utz, we have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from high quality ingredients. After over a century with a strong family heritage, our diverse portfolio of brands includes Utz, Zapp’s, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. Our associates are the reason for the success of this company, so it is important we provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We also help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our full-time benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer match 401k, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more. Join our world class team and help us become the fastest growing pure-play U.S. snacking company of scale!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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