Line Mechanic Operator (Days) 5:45am-6:15am $26.00/HR

Campbell Soup Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Dental and wellness benefits

401k plan

Job summary

Campbell Soup Company is seeking a Line Technician in Charlotte, North Carolina, offering $26.00/HR. This role involves leading production line operations, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined with at least a high school diploma and experience in manufacturing. The position includes responsibilities for troubleshooting and leadership of team operations.

Join a company dedicated to providing a supportive work environment along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have previous mechanical experience.
• Able to assist supervisor in leading team.
• Must obtain Lockout/Tag-out Certification.

Responsibilities

• Leads team in line setup and changeover of product.
• Maintains raw material inventory.
• Responsible for basic troubleshooting of equipment.
• Assists with Preventative Maintenance as needed.
• Follows and ensures compliance with safety and quality policies.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We are proud to steward amazing brands that people trust, including Campbell's, Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao's Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder's of Hanover, Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate, and inspire.

Must have previous mechanical experience. Pre‑employment testing is mandatory and includes Tool Recognition, Hands‑on Mechanical Assessment, and Ramsay Production Assessment. Pay $26.00/HR.

The Line Technician is responsible for providing assistance in duties related to keeping the line running smoothly and leads direct activities for production focusing on equipment and process.

Essential Job Duties

• Leads team in line setup and changeover of product, identify critical controls, and issues.
• Provides production run sheets to packaging machine operators to complete daily production run.
• Updates production system and/or case total board with completed case counts to communicate production goals to next shift.
• Maintains raw material inventory and communicates discrepancies as needed.
• Sets up and operates multiple machines in the packaging area.
• Assists with keeping the production line consistently operating and clear of jams.
• Responsible for basic troubleshooting and making minor adjustments as needed.
• Aids the operation of packaging machinery by troubleshooting issues with codes, dates and prices.
• Assists and/or submits maintenance work orders.
• Performs or assists with Preventative Maintenance (PM) as needed.
• Monitors and checks weights and product appearance as required.
• Maintains and leads GMP, PPE, safety, and quality policy compliance—by following and setting an example and validating employee compliance.
• Assists with communications to Quality Assurance on holds, changeovers, etc.
• Assists supervisor in completing daily line paperwork on KPIs.
• Reads and understands machine data.
• May assist Packaging Coordinator or Supervisor with training of new employees and operators on the line.
• If applicable, runs checks on metal detectors to ensure they are working properly.
• Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; removes trash from work area floor.
• Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives including 5S (sort, set, shine, standardize, and sustain).
• Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes and weights; identifies/reports issues with equipment; reports all job‑related injuries to supervision.
• May perform sanitation tasks as directed (including, but not limited to equipment washes which require tear down and reassembly, seasoner cleanings, and wipeouts).
• Mandatory overtime may be required.
• May perform other duties as required.

Scope of Responsibility

May serve in a lead role to other employees.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Attention to detail, mechanical ability.
• Able to assist supervisor or packaging coordinator in leading team.
• Must have good solid computer skills.
• Clearly express instructions and communications in talking and writing.
• Demonstrates ownership accountabilities.
• Demonstrates leadership.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Average (addition, subtraction, division, percentages, and fractions).
• All machines on line (continuously).
• Mechanical aptitudes—preferred maintenance/production machine experience/knowledge.
• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED and/or 1‑year production experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Professional Licenses or Certifications: Able to obtain Lockout/Tag‑out Certification.

Work Environment

Subject to indoor facility and outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, heat/cold.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job‑related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.