Food Packaging Operator: Bag, Label & Inspect - Great Benefits

Chicago, IL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Prescription Drug Plan

Dental/Vision Insurance

Employee Incentive Plan

Flexible Spending Account

401K Plan

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vacation Plan

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Adoption Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Pet Insurance

Job summary

New Weds Foods is seeking a Bagger to operate a bagging machine, ensuring proper fill, labeling accuracy, weight, and passing through metal detector before leaving the bagging area. The role may also perform other tasks as assigned by the shift supervisor or department manager.

You will work in production areas with exposure to strong aromas and dust, while lifting 50 lbs continuously and following safety policies. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a starting hourly wage.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Knowledge about manufacturing food preferred.
• Able to communicate well, both verbal and written, with good mathematical skills.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. continuously.

Responsibilities

• Operate bagging machine to fill bags with products and ensure proper labeling and weight.
• Ensure labels match batch numbers and product codes.
• Return unused labels to the supervisor for recording.
• Clean machine and work area as required.
• Detect malfunctions of metal detectors and report to supervisor.
• Follow safety requirements and company policies.
• Notify supervisor and QC tech if metal detector triggers.
• Calibrate floor scale for accurate weights.
• Lift 20–40 lb bags as required.
• Operate automatic palletizer.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Mathematical skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

New Weds Foods is seeking a Bagger to operate a bagging machine, ensuring proper fill, labeling accuracy, weight, and passing through metal detector before leaving the bagging area. The role may also perform other tasks as assigned by the shift supervisor or department manager.

You will work in production areas with exposure to strong aromas and dust, while lifting 50 lbs continuously and following safety policies. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a starting hourly wage.