DOWNLINE OPERATOR (4498)

Innovation Foods; Millville (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovation Foods in Millville, NJ is seeking a full-time manufacturing worker to support packaging, palletizing, and basic material handling in a GMP-compliant environment.

Responsibilities include stocking materials, operating conveyor systems, and maintaining clean, safe work areas while adhering to quality standards. A high school diploma is required; forklift certification is preferred, and lifting up to 60 lbs is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain after hire.
• Experience in manufacturing or food production is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keep packaging materials stocked (corrugated wraps, glue, stretch wrap).
• Adheres to health safety and food quality regulations (GMP, HACCP, FDA, SQF).
• Operate and monitor palletizers, wrappers, and basic material handling equipment.
• Clear 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 assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality control

Logistics

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification preferred

Tools

Scanners and printers

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: MILLVILLE - MILLVILLE, NJ 08332


• Position Type: Full Time


• Education Level: High School


• Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly


• Travel Percentage: None


• Job Shift: Any


• Job Category: Manufacturing

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 assigned

Qualifications: Required 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

• Walking/Standing


• Lifting up to 60lbs


• Pulling/Pushing up to 60lbs


• Sitting


• Climbing


• Bending/Kneeling


• Reaching/Handling


• Gripping

Environmental Hazards

• Noise level above 85 db


• Chemical Hazards


• Hot/Cold/Humid Conditions