Food Plant Operator 2

Capitol Distributing; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 120 hours annually

6 holidays

401k company match

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

On Demand Pay

Referral bonus

Performance bonuses

Merit pay

Discounts on purchases

Fuel discount

Job summary

Capitol Distributing in Caldwell, Idaho, seeks a hands-on Production/Packaging worker to support the Capitol Kitchen team. Work includes operating packaging machinery, refilling materials, and ensuring quality standards from 6 AM, Monday–Friday with occasional weekends.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficient production. Benefits include PTO, holidays, 401k match, and comprehensive health plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Warehouse or Food Manufacturing is preferred.
• Team players to achieve overall goals.
• Proficiency in technology skills with applications, especially in Microsoft Suite.
• Self-starter with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to perform redundant tasks
• The ability to implement and recommend solutions as needed.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be available to work Overtime upon request.
• Knowledge of GMP’s and food manufacturing principles a plus.
• 15 (120 hours) Days Paid Time Off Annually
• 6 Paid Company Holidays Annually
• 4% Company Match- 401k Retirement Plans
• Medical Benefits Plans & Health/Flex Saving Accounts
• Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• (15% off purchases, $.20 cents off fuel- per gallon)
• Annual $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship and Financial Assistance Programs
• On Demand Pay & Pay-cards
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Up to $1,300 a year in performance bonuses
• Annual Merit Pay Increases

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery used for packaging and labeling products in the Production area daily.
• Start and stop the machine as necessary, including refilling packaging material and labels.
• Perform routine checks to ensure machinery is operational.
• Troubleshoot minor issues with equipment and inspect final products for quality and accuracy.
• Use Bartender program and a label printer to make labels.
• Ensure the correct materials are used for specific product ranges and to company standards.
• Report faulty packaging or problems on the machines to management.
• Follow all Safety and Food Safety/Quality standards.
• Follow all written policies, including recipes and standard operating procedures.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and be able to communicate with team members.
• Adhere to high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and quality.
• Keep records of processes and materials on hard copy documents and in computer systems.
• Perform other duties and work in other areas as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Overtime availability

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Capitol Distributing, 1920 S. KCID Rd., Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Pay: $ 20.00- $22.00/hr.

Ready for a hands-on role where your work keeps production moving? Join our food plant team at Capitol Kitchen and put your skills to work in a fast-paced environment focused on quality, teamwork, and results. Whether working with equipment, materials, inventory, or production support, you’ll play an important part in helping us deliver great products every day. Dive into the full job description to see where your skills could fit!

Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional weekends. All shifts start at 6 AM.

Duties/Responsibilities (all specializations):

• Operate machinery used for packaging and labeling products in the Production area daily.
• Start and stop the machine as necessary, including refilling packaging material and labels.
• Perform routine checks to ensure machinery is operational.
• Troubleshoot minor issues with equipment and i nspect final products for quality and accuracy.
• Use Bartender program and a label printer to make labels.
• Ensure the correct materials are used for specific product ranges and to company standards.
• Report faulty packaging or problems on the machines to management.
• Follow all Safety and Food Safety/Quality standards.
• Follow all written policies, including recipes and standard operating procedures.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and be able to communicate with team members.
• Adhere to high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and quality.
• Keep records of processes and materials on hard copy documents and in computer systems.
• Perform other duties and work in other areas as assigned.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience in a Warehouse or Food Manufacturing is preferred.
• Team players to achieve overall goals.
• Proficiency in technology skills with applications, especially in Microsoft Suite.
• Self-starter with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to perform redundant tasks
• The ability to implement and recommend solutions as needed.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be available to work Overtime upon request.
• Knowledge of GMP’s and food manufacturing principles a plus.
• Bilingual (English with Spanish) is beneficial.
• 15 (120 hours) Days Paid Time Off Annually
• 6 Paid Company Holidays Annually
• 4% Company Match- 401k Retirement Plans
• Medical Benefits Plans & Health/Flex Saving Accounts
• Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• (15% off purchases, $.20 cents off fuel- per gallon)
• Annual $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship and Financial Assistance Programs
• On Demand Pay & Pay-cards
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Up to $1,300 a year in performance bonuses
• Annual Merit Pay Increases

About Capitol: A t Capitol Kitchen, we do more than just provide great food. We cultivate a work environment that listens to our team members, nurtures potential, embraces diversity, and values innovative thinking. As a leader in the Food Manufacturing industry, we know that the key to our success is based on the commitment to excellence displayed by our team members.

Working Conditions:
This role requires a significant amount of movement to meet production rates. An individual in this role will be working with various types of food. They will also operate production equipment upon request. The position will require general physical movements such as walking, standing, lifting, bending, twisting, and reaching. Environmental conditions include cold, wet, allergen, noise, and fumes/chemical/odor exposure from raw materials and sanitation chemicals.

Capitol Distributing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will ensure applicants and employees are given equal opportunities in employment and contracting activities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. #Zip

Capitol Distributing, 1920 S. KCID Rd., Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America