Chocolate Packaging Operator (Entry-Level, Full-Time)

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc.; Durango, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. in Durango, CO is seeking an entry-level Packer 1 to join the Enrobing/Bulk Packaging department.

The role involves packaging finished chocolate products on conveyor lines, inspecting for quality, and applying labels and date codes on a fast-paced manufacturing floor. The position is full-time, on-site in our factory, with a schedule of Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm and required overtime on Fridays and Saturdays.

Qualifications

• No prior manufacturing experience required; training will be provided.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly with counts, weights, labels, date codes, and product appearance.
• Basic math skills including counting, weighing, and measuring.
• Good hand-eye coordination and ability to work safely around moving conveyor systems and equipment.
• Strong attendance, punctuality, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Package chocolate and confectionery products on conveyor lines with speed, accuracy, and attention to quality.
• Inspect products, packaging, labels, and date codes to ensure compliance with product specifications and quality standards.
• Remove damaged, defective, or non-conforming products from the production line.
• Assemble boxes, totes, and packaging materials for daily production runs.
• Accurately weigh, measure, and count products and materials using scales and other approved equipment.
• Apply labels to containers and boxes while verifying product identification, packaging requirements, and date codes.
• Assist machine operators and production team members with department-specific tasks as assigned.
• Support finishing activities after training and work in other production or packaging departments as needed.
• Follow all food safety, GMP, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements; maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. in Durango, CO is seeking an entry-level Packer 1 to join the Enrobing/Bulk Packaging department.

The role involves packaging finished chocolate products on conveyor lines, inspecting for quality, and applying labels and date codes on a fast-paced manufacturing floor. The position is full-time, on-site in our factory, with a schedule of Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm and required overtime on Fridays and Saturdays.