Cup Packaging Specialist – 1st Shift

GSF; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

PTO 1 week

Job summary

Golden State Foods is seeking a Cup Machine Operator for the 1st shift (6:00am - 2:30pm) to run packaging systems, load materials, and monitor weights for quality products. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 months in manufacturing, plus strong attention to safety, logs, and teamwork.

You will document logs, perform basic troubleshooting, and follow COP/CIP sanitation and lockout/tagout protocols while maintaining food safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1–3 months experience in manufacturing or similar setting, or equivalent training.
• Read and follow production documents and safety instructions.
• Complete written logs clearly and accurately.
• Communicate effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Use basic math for weight and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Operate 6+ packaging systems (W25-1/2, Cryovac, L24, BIB, 12-up, 6-up fillers).
• Load film carts and rolls correctly; monitor and adjust for continuous operation.
• Select appropriate packaging materials (boxes, labels, date coding).
• Adjust machine settings to maintain target product weights.
• Execute standard changeovers with team members to limit downtime.
• Perform minor mechanical troubleshooting independently.
• Document production data (inspection logs, downtime records, metal detection results).
• Clean, rinse, sanitize equipment using COP and CIP methods.
• Follow all safety protocols including lockout/tagout; identify emergency stops and pinch points.
• Maintain compliance with all food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Read and follow production docs

Accurate log documentation

Effective communication

Basic math

Problem solving under time pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Packaging machines

Conveyors

HMI software

Pallet jacks

Lockout/tagout devices

Job description

Golden State Foods is seeking a Cup Machine Operator for the 1st shift (6:00am - 2:30pm) to run packaging systems, load materials, and monitor weights for quality products. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 months in manufacturing, plus strong attention to safety, logs, and teamwork.

You will document logs, perform basic troubleshooting, and follow COP/CIP sanitation and lockout/tagout protocols while maintaining food safety and regulatory standards.