DOWNLINE OPERATOR

Innovation Foods; Millville (NJ); On-site; USD 49,594,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovation Foods is seeking a Downline Operator to operate and monitor packaging machinery and palletizers in Millville, NJ. The role involves ensuring production targets are met, maintaining safety and quality, and reporting issues to supervision.

Prior manufacturing or food production experience is preferred, with forklift certification preferred or obtainable after hire. The position requires basic materials handling, clear jams, verify codes, and maintain a clean, safe work area while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; experience in manufacturing or food production preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain after hire.
• Operate packing, casing, and palletizing machinery including scanners, printers, and conveyors.
• Record data accurately to support quality control and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Keep packaging materials stocked (corrugated wraps, glue, stretch wrap).
• Operate and monitor palletizers, wrappers, and basic material handling equipment.
• Clear simple jams and assist with manual operation when needed.
• Unload, sort, and stack pallets to maintain steady production flow.
• Verify case codes, gable codes, fiber tears, and alignment; report issues.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work area; train peers as needed.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality control

Logistics

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

What IF you started your career with a company set on excellence through building relationships and delivering results? Joining Innovation Foods is just that! A career here means you are joining a rapidly growing organization, known for its community outreach, diversity, inclusivity, and premier production facilities.In addition to being a great place to work, Innovation Foods strives to offer its employees a holistic career experience that incorporates learning and development, wellness, and exceptional benefits.Our benefits include:Competitive Pay RatesMedical, dental, vision and prescription plans with wellness incentivesFlexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account (on applicable plans)401k Plan – with a company matchCompany funded Long-Term and Short-Term DisabilityCompany funded Life Insurance PolicyPaid Vacation and Sick DaysJob Description – Downline OperatorLocation: Millville, NJShift: Shift: 6:00PM-6:00AM, 12 hours shift on 2-2-3 schedulePayrate: $18.00Reports to: Production SupervisorThe Downline Operator is responsible for operating and constantly monitoring packaging machinery and palletizers to achieve production targets, while identifying and reporting mechanical or operational issues to maintenance and management. Operates forklifts to transport materials and finished goods safely and efficiently.Supervisory Responsibilities:None.Duties/Responsibilities:Keep packaging materials stocked (corrugated wraps, glue, stretch wrap).Adheres to health safety, and food quality regulations (e.g., GMP, HACCP, FDA, SQF)Operate and monitor palletizers, wrappers, and basic material handling equipment.Clear simple jams and assist with manual operation when needed.Unload, sort, and stack pallets to maintain steady production flow.Verify case codes, gable codes, fiber tears, and alignment.Report any quality issues or irregularities to the lead or supervisor.Support proper product storage and rotation.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.Works with peers to train and develop training materials.Performs other duties as assignedRequired Skills/Abilities:Machine Operation & Technical Skills: Ability to operate, monitor, and clear jams from packing, casing, and palletizing machinery. This includes setting up scanners, printers, and managing conveyors.Quality Control & Documentation: Ensuring product integrity by verifying case codes, package seals, and accurately recording data.Logistics & Organization: Managing raw materials (corrugated wraps, glue) and maintaining organized, clean work areas.Communication & Teamwork: Ability to work well in a team, communicate effectively with other shifts, and follow written/verbal instructions.Education and Experience:High school diploma or equivalent.Previous experience in a manufacturing or food production environment is preferred.Professional certifications and Licences: Forklift certification preferred (or ability to obtain after hire)Physical Requirements:Physical RequirementsActionRareOccasionallyOftenFrequentWalking/Standing£££RLifting up to 60lbs£££RPulling/Pushing up to 60lbs£££RSitting£££RClimbing£££RBending/Kneeling£££RReaching/Handling£££RGripping£££REnvironmental HazardsHazardHazard PresentNoise level above 85 db£Chemical Hazards£Hot/Cold/Humid ConditionsR