Fryer Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Utz Quality Foods, Inc; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, Inc. in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a Fryer Operator for our production team. You will operate and adjust fryer equipment, perform routine maintenance, and monitor production quality on a night shift from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM.

You will collaborate with teammates to meet safety, quality, and production standards while maintaining cleanliness and following food safety protocols. Experience with data entry and basic mechanical tasks is a plus, and occasional lifting up to 70 lbs

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to work in warm to hot environments.
• Experience operating production and data entry equipment.
• Basic mechanical tasks and use of tools (Allen wrenches, screwdrivers).
• Knowledge of safe operating practices, including lock-out/tag-out programs.
• Strong multi-tasking and attention to detail.
• Able to communicate effectively and work with others.
• Must lift up to 70 lbs and work around hot equipment.
• Bilingual is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust Fryer equipment to meet production goals.
• Perform maintenance and basic repairs on machinery.
• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance to keep things running smoothly.
• Ensure high-quality products by inspecting equipment and monitoring production.
• Collaborate with your team to meet safety, quality, and production standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to safety and food safety protocols.
• Handle data entry functions and communicate updates to the team.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Work in hot environments

Operate production equipment

Basic mechanical tasks

Lock-out / tag-out knowledge

Multi-tasking & attention to detail

Communication skills

Lift up to 70 lbs

Bilingual (preferred)

Tools

Allen wrenches

Screwdrivers

Job description

Ready for an exciting career with a company that values teamwork and your success? Join Utz Quality Foods and become part of a dynamic team committed to excellence!

We're looking for a Fryer Operator at our Kings Mountain, NC facility. If you have a passion for quality production and enjoy hands-on work, this could be the perfect role for you! The shift operates

Schedule

Monday to Friday 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust Fryer equipment to meet production goals
• Perform maintenance and basic repairs on machinery
• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance to keep things running smoothly
• Ensure high-quality products by inspecting equipment and monitoring production
• Collaborate with your team to meet safety, quality, and production standards
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to safety and food safety protocols
• Handle data entry functions and communicate updates to the team

Requirements

• 1-2 years of Food Manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to work on warm to hot environments.
• Experience operating production and data entry equipment
• Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks and use tools like Allen wrenches and screwdrivers
• Knowledge of safe operating practices, including lock-out/tag-out programs
• Strong multi-tasking skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs and work around hot equipment
• Bilingual is preferred, but not required.

External 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 full-time 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.

• Demonstrated ability to operate production and data entry equipment.
• Must follow all personal and food safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Must be able to stand most of the time.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 70lb's.
• Must be willing and able to work in / around consistently hot equipment and environments.
• Must have the ability to multi-task.
• Must be team oriented.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools.
• Knowledge of safe operating practices involved in the use of lock-out/tag-out programs and food safety.
• Experience with general mechanic tools (Allen wrenches, screw drivers, etc.).
• Strong commitment to company values.