Early-Shift Food Packaging Machine Operator

KeHE Distributors; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FSA/HSA

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

ST/LT disability

ESOP

Holiday pay

Job summary

KeHE Distributors is seeking a Machine Operator/Food Production Packaging to join our Parker, CO facility. You will support setup, operation, and maintenance of high-speed packaging machinery on the production line.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards, with benefits beginning after 30 days and a starting pay of $20 per hour. Join a people-first organization focused on good living and service.

Qualifications

• Requires safety toe footwear from day one.
• Ability to lift 10–60 lbs as part of daily duties.
• Basic math skills to track inventory and measures.
• Read, write and understand English.
• Work on your feet up to 10 hours per shift.
• Strong attention to detail for quality checks.
• Ability to operate assigned machinery as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain high speed packaging machines.
• Obtain run sheets, logs, labels, and necessary packaging materials.
• Communicate production goals and expectations with the team.
• Enter product run data into the packaging system and log details.
• Verify weights and seals during pre-production runs.
• Complete and submit Product Run Sheets and conduct metal detector checks.
• Maintain waste logs and ensure proper disposal of packaging materials.

Skills

Safety shoes

Lifting 10–60 lbs

Basic math

English literacy

Stand for 10 hours

Attention to detail

Machinery operation

Job description

KeHE Distributors is seeking a Machine Operator/Food Production Packaging to join our Parker, CO facility. You will support setup, operation, and maintenance of high-speed packaging machinery on the production line.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards, with benefits beginning after 30 days and a starting pay of $20 per hour. Join a people-first organization focused on good living and service.