Hopper Utility - Weekday Night Shift

UTZ Brands, Inc; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

Profit sharing

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, seeks a Hopper Utility to support unloading/loading pellets, maintain safety standards, and assist production. The role operates on a rotating schedule with daytime and overnight shifts typical of manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate is physically capable, team-oriented, and committed to food safety and quality. Benefits include full-time employment and opportunities for growth within a leading snack company.

Qualifications

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 70 lbs.
• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to contribute to company goals.

Responsibilities

• Unload and load pellets into the hopper to meet production needs.
• Inspect the quality of the product and packaging, and notify the operator or supervisor of issues.
• Accurately record production data in the system.
• Communicate when production supplies are needed to ensure smooth operations.
• Help out fellow team members by covering during breaks or absences.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a zero-accident culture.
• Work with a diverse team to improve processes.
• Ensure Food Safety programs are followed and report issues to management.
• Assist with other tasks as needed to support the team and goals.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

Kings Mountain, North Carolina, United States

Job Description

Looking for a rewarding career with a great team that values respect, safety, and success? Come join Utz Quality Foods, where we’re all about working together to achieve our goals!

We’re currently looking for a Hopper Utility to join our team at our manufacturing facility in Kings Mountain, NC. In this role, you’ll be responsible for unloading and loading pellets into the hopper while supporting the company’s commitment to food safety, quality, and production standards.

Rotating Schedule: Monday to Thursday and Monday to Wednesday 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM

Responsibilities:

Unload and load pellets into the hopper to meet production needs and product specifications.

Inspect the quality of the product and packaging, and notify the machine operator or supervisor of any issues.

Accurately record production data in the system.

Communicate when production supplies are needed to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Help out fellow team members by covering for them during breaks or absences.

Follow safety procedures and maintain a zero-accident culture by addressing any safety concerns.

Work collaboratively with a diverse team, providing input on ways to improve processes.

Ensure Food Safety programs are followed, reporting any issues to management.

Help out with any other tasks as needed to support the team and achieve company goals.

Requirements:

Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 70 lbs.

Strong commitment to following personal and food safety policies.

A team-oriented attitude and a willingness to contribute to company values and goals.

External Recruitment Process

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, o ur 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.

As part of our obligations, we have developed an AAP for Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans, as specified by law. This AAP is available for inspection by applicants and our employees in the Human Resources Office during normal business hours.