Butter Packaging Specialist - Growth & Benefits

Butterball Farms, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Paid vacation

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Healthcare benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Butterball Farms, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Packer in Grand Rapids, MI. You will pack butter into boxes, inspect for defects, monitor weight, and ensure labels are correct. You will enter data, perform QA sampling, and maintain line cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

The role runs on a day shift from 6a-2p, Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays during peak season. Competitive benefits accompany a strong culture of innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• Eye-hand coordination required to keep up with pace on a production line.
• Ability to read and understand standard work instructions.
• Capable of working at a consistent, fast pace for extended periods.
• Flexibility with work schedule to accommodate high volume periods.
• General math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Adherence to GMP policies and maintain product quality.

Responsibilities

• Keep up with rate and pack product into boxes.
• Visually inspect the product for defects.
• Monitor the consistency and weight to stay within range.
• Assemble boxes and place bags.
• Enter information to create labels and print them.
• Perform hourly metal detector checks.
• Gather samples for QA testing.
• Work at a fast pace and multi-task.
• Create skid patterns and stack boxes per product specs.
• Use tape-gun or tape machine to close boxes.
• Verify date, lot code, and label accuracy on products.
• Enter downtime or line issues into RedZone on a tablet.
• Transport finished product to the freezer and wrap skids.
• Maintain a clean area and assist with cleanup.

Skills

Eye-hand coordination

Read standard work instructions

Fast-paced production

Flexible schedule

Math basics

GMP compliance

Stable job history

Food manufacturing experience

Tools

RedZone tablet

Job description

Butterball Farms, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Packer in Grand Rapids, MI. You will pack butter into boxes, inspect for defects, monitor weight, and ensure labels are correct. You will enter data, perform QA sampling, and maintain line cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

The role runs on a day shift from 6a-2p, Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays during peak season. Competitive benefits accompany a strong culture of innovation and growth.