Hopper Utility - Weekday Night Shift

Utz Quality Foods, LLC; Kings Mountain (NC); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Employer 401k match

Profit sharing plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a Hopper Utility to load and unload pellets, monitor product quality, and record production data. The role supports food safety, quality, and efficiency on a night shift schedule (6:00 PM–6:30 AM, Mon–Thu or Mon–Wed). A strong team player with physical stamina is preferred.

Responsibilities include equipment interaction, safety compliance, and assisting teammates to meet production goals. Benefits include health plans and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced facility.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented attitude with safety focus.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and handle physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Unload and load pellets into the hopper to meet production needs.
• Inspect product quality and packaging and report issues.
• Record production data accurately in the system.
• Communicate needs for production supplies to keep lines running.
• Assist teammates during breaks and absences.
• Follow food safety programs and report concerns.
• Collaborate with the team to improve processes.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

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.

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.

• 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.

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As part of our obligations, we have developed an affirmative action plan 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.