High-Speed Packaging Setup Technician

Piedmont Candy Holdings, Inc.; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with 6% Company Match

Paid Vacation

11 Paid Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Stable, Family-Oriented Culture

Job summary

Piedmont Candy Company in Lexington, NC is hiring a Wrapper Technician I to support our packaging operations. You will set up wrapper machines, verify materials, and run startup inspections to ensure high-speed equipment is ready for production.

You will monitor performance, troubleshoot basic issues, and perform preventative maintenance while collaborating with maintenance, quality, and production teams to maximize efficiency and product quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable attendance and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Set up wrapper machines for daily production runs.
• Verify correct wrapping materials and product specifications.
• Perform startup inspections and equipment readiness checks.
• Monitor machine performance and make routine adjustments.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical and operational issues.
• Minimize downtime through proactive equipment monitoring.
• Assist with product changeovers and production startups.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance activities.
• Inspect and maintain belts, chains, guides, sensors, heaters, and other machine components.
• Support operators with machine operation and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a clean, organized GMP-compliant work area.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to maximize efficiency and product quality.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Independent problem solving

Fast-paced

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Piedmont Candy Company in Lexington, NC is hiring a Wrapper Technician I to support our packaging operations. You will set up wrapper machines, verify materials, and run startup inspections to ensure high-speed equipment is ready for production.

You will monitor performance, troubleshoot basic issues, and perform preventative maintenance while collaborating with maintenance, quality, and production teams to maximize efficiency and product quality.