Fryer Machine Operator - Weekend Day Shift

Utz Quality Foods, Inc; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Employer match 401k

Profit sharing plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, Inc in Kings Mountain, NC is looking for a Fryer Operator to join their dynamic team. This hands-on role involves operating Fryer equipment, performing maintenance, and ensuring product quality in a food manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have at least 1-2 years of experience, the ability to work in warm conditions, and basic mechanical skills. Utz provides a supportive environment with benefits including medical and 401k.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Food Manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in warm to hot environments.
• Experience operating production and data entry equipment.
• Knowledge of safe operating practices, including lock‑out/tag‑out programs.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.

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.
• Inspect equipment and monitor production for quality assurance.
• Collaborate with your team to meet safety and production standards.

Skills

Food Manufacturing experience

Mechanical skills

Multi-tasking

Effective communication

Bilingual

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.

Rotating Schedule: Friday to Sunday & Thursday to Sunday 6:00AM-6:30PM.

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.

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.