Label Line Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

Del Monte Foods; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Worker I – Label Line Equipment Operator for 1st Shift. You will safely operate palletizer, label, depalletizer, and casing machines in a production facility, ensuring accurate daily reports and compliance with safety standards.

This temporary seasonal position requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Prior manufacturing or food production experience is preferred, and bilingual English/Spanish

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate palletizer, label, depalletizer, and casing machines.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Compliance with OSHA, GMP, and safety standards.
• Ability to perform lockout/tagout procedures.
• Experience operating production or packaging machinery.
• Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate palletizer, label, depalletizer, and casing machines and all related components.
• Monitor palletizer to ensure correct labeling of exiting product; report issues.
• Check labels on cans; remove damaged labels and cans; ensure Tensor ID Vision System works.
• Record all cans removed on the indirect labeling record per protocol.
• Keep carton in-feed conveyor properly supplied with correctly oriented cartons.
• Communicate with stock controllers and supervisors to ensure accurate documentation.
• Submit daily reports, pallet tags, and related documentation (Brye Tag, Red Prairie).
• Perform changeovers, lockout/tagout, and clear cans/foreign materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area following housekeeping standards.
• Comply with OSHA, GMP, and safety standards.

Skills

Reading/Math

Basic computer skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Palletizer operation

Label line operation

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork & communication

OSHA/GMP safety

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Production/packaging machinery

Food manufacturing experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Equivalent experience/education

Job description

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh, value-added, and shelf‑stable fruits and vegetables under our Fresh and Foods divisions. Our diverse product portfolio proudly bears the Del Monte brand and also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts - available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.

Purpose of Position

Del Monte Foods is the Foods Division of Fresh Del Monte, a global grower, producer and marketer of fresh, value-added, and shelf‑stable produce. Del Monte Foods has a powerful portfolio of brands, including the iconic Del Monte, Contadina and S&W. We are currently seeking a Seasonal Worker I – Label Line Equipment Operator for 1st Shift. The Seasonal Worker I – Label Line Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of palletizer, label, depalletizer, and casing machines within the production facility. This is a temporary seasonal position that ensures accuracy of all reports and documentation related to job duties while maintaining compliance with safety standards, GMP, and OSHA regulations.

Accountabilities

• Safely operate palletizer, label, depalletizer, and casing machines and all associated components.
• Monitor palletizer to ensure all exiting product have correct labels; adjust or report mechanical problems to maintenance and management.
• Periodically check labels on cans to ensure they match the product running; pull damaged labels and cans off the line; add hot melt glue as needed; ensure Tensor ID Vision System is operational.
• Collect and dispose of dented, swelled, buckled, and rusted cans per protocol; record all cans removed on indirect labeling record.
• Keep casing machine carton in‑feed conveyor filled with correctly oriented cartons.
• Maintain open communication with stock controllers and supervisors to ensure documentation accuracy.
• Complete and submit all daily reports, pallet tags, and documentation including Brye Tag System, Red Prairie system, and indirect label records.
• Perform changeover duties for all machines including lockout/tagout procedures, clearing cans and foreign materials, adjusting machine parts, and replenishing glue pots.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area following housekeeping and safety standards.
• Comply with OSHA regulations, GMP, and all applicable safety standards.

Minimum Skills Required

• Basic proficiency in reading, writing, and math
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate palletizer, label, depalletizer, and casing machines
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Compliance with OSHA, GMP, and safety standards
• Ability to perform lockout/tagout procedures.
• Prior experience operating production or packaging machinery
• Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.

Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses.

We are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E‑Verify where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values - Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity - we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.