Finished Goods Handler - Week Nights

Utz Quality Foods, Inc; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, Inc. in Hanover, PA is hiring a Finished Goods Handler for the weeknight shift (5:25PM–5:25AM). You will move product, pull orders, load trailers, and coordinate trailer movement with local facilities.

Responsibilities include operating robotic equipment, packaging, quality checks, and data entry. Candidate must be forklift certified or able to obtain certification, work in a fast-paced environment, and follow GMP and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain it.
• Operate and troubleshoot automated robotic equipment.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail and adherence to GMP standards.
• Willingness to cross-train and learn new systems.
• Ability to lift, move production materials up to 45 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Move product, pull orders, load trailers and coordinate trailer movement.
• Transport, load and unload materials within the robotics area.
• Prepare robotics equipment and adjust operations per production schedules.
• Program, troubleshoot and adjust robotic equipment to maintain efficiency.
• Provide coverage for dumpers and forklift operators as needed.
• Maintain quality checks on bags, pricing and packaging integrity.
• Record production data and complete paperwork accurately.
• Cross-train in additional finished goods and Plant 3 tasks.
• Follow GMP, safety and food safety standards at all times.

Skills

Forklift certified

Robotic operation

Data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Learning agility

Tools

Robotic equipment

Job description

Utz Quality Foods is looking to grow our loyal, career driven, and customer focused team, and are currently recruiting for a Finished Goods Handler to join our team of manufacturing professionals in Hanover, PA on Weeknight Shift.

As a Finished Goods Handler this candidate will be responsible to move product, pull orders, load trailers and coordinate trailer movement with local and outlying facilities. This position works Monday to Thursday 5:25PM-5:25AM.

Responsibilities:

• Transport, load, and unload bulk and finished product within the new robotics area
• Prepare robotics equipment for production and make operational adjustments based on production schedules
• Program, troubleshoot, and adjust robotic equipment to maintain efficiency and minimize downtime
• Assist with shrink wrapping responsibilities for both repack and non-repack items within Plant 3
• Provide relief coverage for dumpers and other forklift operators as needed
• Communicate production issues, concerns, and improvement opportunities to leadership
• Use printers to apply accurate codes, pricing, and labels to bags and cases
• Perform routine quality checks on bags, including weight, code date, pricing, and package integrity
• Complete all manufacturing paperwork, system entries, and production documentation accurately and timely
• Utilize Redzone for communication, production tracking, and operational updates
• Develop proficiency within the D365 system and support operational data entry functions
• Cross train in additional finished goods and Plant 3 operational responsibilities
• Work proactively within a cross-functional team environment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Follow all safety, quality, food safety, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards at all times

Requirements:

• Forklift certification required, or ability to successfully obtain certification
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot automated robotic equipment
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and equipment
• Willingness to cross train and support multiple operational areas
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle production materials as needed
• Commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and GMP compliance

Our Recruitment Process

• Easy Application (5 mins): Introduce yourself and answer a few key questions to get started.
• Engaging Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Share your experiences in an online chat, highlighting how your values align with ours.
• Live Interview: Selected candidates will meet with the hiring manager to explore their alignment with the team and overall Utz company culture.

Continuously Pursuing Excellence!

Here at Utz, we have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from high quality ingredients. After over a century with a strong family heritage, our diverse portfolio of brands includes Utz, Zapp's, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. Our associates are the reason for the success of this company, so it is important we provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We also help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer match 401k, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more. Join our world class team and help us become the fastest growing pure-play U.S. snacking company of scale!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

• Requires basic math and reading skills.
• Knowledge of types and locations of products and truck loading procedures acquired through on the job training.
• The ability to prioritize workload to satisfy all production requirements.
• Requires a forklift operator's license.
• Requires the ability to operate a hand jack and life up to 45 lbs.