Entry-Level Food Packaging Specialist

Ajasianfoods; Oakland (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. is seeking an entry-level team member to inspect pre-cooked or post-cooked foods entering or exiting the cooker, monitor frozen products in the pack-off area, and stack finished product cases onto pallets.

This role supports production lines and emphasizes safety and quality. You will work in a cold facility, lift up to 50 pounds, follow GMP, SSOP, SOP, HACCP, SQF standards, and collaborate with team members to ensure accurate labeling and efficient line

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and self-driven.
• Experience in a food manufacturing plant preferred.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manually assemble and/or pack product meeting line standards.
• Lift and move cases up to 50 pounds.
• Check packaging material for damage and notify Lead of any non-compliant products.
• Perform line sanitations/housekeeping practices and monitor packing equipment for potential issues to be referred to a Lead.
• Ensure correct pallet label and sticker information is applied, stack cases on pallets, and ensure proper sealing of bags and boxes.
• Understand different case pack sizes and weight ranges, adjusting tape machine configurations accordingly.
• Maintain speed and flexibility to adapt to different line speeds and case standards.
• Performs all other work as assigned.

Skills

Good communication skills

Reliable and self-driven

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. is seeking an entry-level team member to inspect pre-cooked or post-cooked foods entering or exiting the cooker, monitor frozen products in the pack-off area, and stack finished product cases onto pallets.

This role supports production lines and emphasizes safety and quality. You will work in a cold facility, lift up to 50 pounds, follow GMP, SSOP, SOP, HACCP, SQF standards, and collaborate with team members to ensure accurate labeling and efficient line