First-Shift Processing Operator — Tortilla Chips Production

Utz Brands, Inc.; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employer 401k match

Profit sharing

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods in Goodyear, AZ is seeking a Processing Operator - 1st shift to join our manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, and monitor extrusion and processing equipment to produce tortilla chips and maintain production flow.

This full-time role requires attention to quality, safety, and logs; you will work Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM with possible Saturdays. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus; training provided to learn multiple machines.

Qualifications

• Ability to work Monday to Friday 7AM to 3PM.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely lift and handle materials up to 70 lbs.
• Willingness to work around hot water, cleaning chemicals, and wet floors.
• Follow written procedures, safety requirements, and food quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete production records.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn multiple processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor extruders, sheeters, mixers, and other processing equipment to produce tortilla chips.
• Monitor equipment and make adjustments to keep production running smoothly.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to complete quality checks and ensure product standards.
• Retrieve, stage, and prepare raw materials for production.
• Accurately complete production logs and usage entries.
• Clean and sanitize equipment according to procedures and schedules.
• Communicate with processing and packaging teams to maintain flow.
• Assist in training new or less experienced team members.
• Follow safety, food safety, and quality procedures and report concerns.

Job description

Utz Quality Foods in Goodyear, AZ is seeking a Processing Operator - 1st shift to join our manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, and monitor extrusion and processing equipment to produce tortilla chips and maintain production flow.

This full-time role requires attention to quality, safety, and logs; you will work Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM with possible Saturdays. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus; training provided to learn multiple machines.