Entry-Level Dryer Packaging Operator: Start Your Food Career

Michael Food; Saint Johns Trailer Court (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. Wakefield facility is seeking a Dryer Packager to ensure proper packaging, sealing, labeling and stacking of finished product. The role emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and adherence to GMP and food safety standards.

You will work with production and maintenance to maintain product quality and process efficiency. The position requires physical stamina, ability to read batch records, and capability to operate equipment safely.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or education required.
• Forklift certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals in English.
• Basic computer skills and arithmetic in daily tasks.
• Strong problem solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall equipment cleanliness and sanitation of dryer areas.
• Accountable for sanitation schedules (daily/weekly/monthly) for dryer areas.
• Verify final weights of finished products.
• Package, seal, label and stack finished product.
• Read and follow batch records and SOPs; document actions with supervisor.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and ensure equipment readiness.
• Follow start-up/shutdown procedures and monitor OEE targets.
• Maintain safety and GMP compliance and report any issues.
• Communicate effectively during shift hand-offs and with maintenance staff.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Troubleshooting

Forklift certification

Reading comprehension (English)

Basic computer skills

Arithmetic

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Michael Foods, Inc. Wakefield facility is seeking a Dryer Packager to ensure proper packaging, sealing, labeling and stacking of finished product. The role emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and adherence to GMP and food safety standards.

You will work with production and maintenance to maintain product quality and process efficiency. The position requires physical stamina, ability to read batch records, and capability to operate equipment safely.