Ice Cream Packaging & Palletizing Pro

Kinsley Power Systems; Idaho; On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

401(k) with company match

Vacation & PTO

Life Insurance

Job summary

Kinsley Power Systems is seeking a Case Palletizer Operator to operate, monitor, and maintain automated case packing and palletizing equipment for ice cream and frozen desserts. You will ensure accurate packing, labeling, palletizing, and preparation for cold storage, while supporting inventory accuracy and product traceability.

This role emphasizes adherence to HACCP, SQF, GMP, FDA requirements, and collaboration across Production, Quality, Warehouse, and Maintenance teams to sustain efficient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing or food production experience preferred.
• Experience operating automated palletizing, case packing, conveyance, or packaging equipment preferred.
• Experience in dairy, frozen dessert, beverage, or food manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated case packers, palletizers, conveyors, stretch wrappers, and related end-of-line packaging equipment.
• Verify correct product, carton, case, and pallet configurations prior to and during production runs.
• Monitor equipment performance to ensure efficient product flow and minimize downtime.
• Perform equipment startups, shutdowns, changeovers, and line clearances according to established procedures.
• Ensure finished products are properly packed, stacked, wrapped, and prepared for transfer to warehouse operations.
• Monitor pallet quality and ensure pallets meet storage and shipping requirements.
• Verify product codes, lot numbers, date codes, labels, and pallet tags for accuracy.
• Ensure finished goods are correctly identified and traceable throughout the packaging process.
• Confirm packaging materials match production schedules and customer specifications.
• Accurately document production, quality, inventory, and downtime information.
• Report discrepancies or labeling concerns immediately.
• Monitor equipment for jams, product accumulation, misaligned cases, pallet defects, or operational issues.
• Perform minor equipment adjustments and troubleshooting to maintain production efficiency.
• Communicate mechanical concerns and downtime issues to Production leadership and Maintenance.
• Participate in routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Assist with identifying opportunities for process improvements and equipment reliability enhancements.
• Coordinate with Warehouse personnel to ensure proper movement and storage of finished goods.
• Stage pallets for removal, storage, or shipment.
• Assist with product changeovers and packaging material replenishment.
• Support packaging line operations during staffing fluctuations or operational needs.
• Maintain uninterrupted product flow from production through palletization.
• Conduct routine inspections on cases, pallets, labels, stretch wrap, and package appearance.
• Ensure finished products meet company quality standards and customer requirements.
• Follow all HACCP, SQF, GMP, FDA, and food safety requirements.
• Immediately report product quality concerns, damaged materials, or food safety risks.
• Complete all required production, quality, and compliance documentation.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation activities on palletizing and packaging equipment.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, behaviors, or equipment.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Quality, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Sanitation teams.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and employee training activities.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Operate packaging lines

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Inventory traceability

Reading schedules

Teamwork

Data entry

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Kinsley Power Systems is seeking a Case Palletizer Operator to operate, monitor, and maintain automated case packing and palletizing equipment for ice cream and frozen desserts. You will ensure accurate packing, labeling, palletizing, and preparation for cold storage, while supporting inventory accuracy and product traceability.

This role emphasizes adherence to HACCP, SQF, GMP, FDA requirements, and collaboration across Production, Quality, Warehouse, and Maintenance teams to sustain efficient