Multi-Skilled Packaging Operator – Food Safety

HACO CULINARY; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HACO CULINARY in Manteno, IL is seeking a multi-skilled Packaging Operator. This hourly position reports to the Production Manager and operates all packaging systems, ensuring quality across fillers, cappers, sleevers, case formers, packers, shrink wrappers and palletizers.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of food safety defense, and be able to work off shifts, weekends, and holidays. Strong teamwork and accurate record keeping are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Knowledge of manufacturing environment preferred.
• Effective verbal, written, listening, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work off shifts, weekends, and holidays if required.
• Knowledge of food safety defense.
• Must be self-directed.

Responsibilities

• Startup & shutdown of Packaging equipment following Safety & Quality guidelines.
• Maintain productivity & quality standards.
• Perform quality checks such as package fill weight, induction seal, bottle code, box code.
• Keep accurate production & quality records.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in the Packaging area.
• Participate in Quality & Productivity improvement efforts.
• Follow production priorities for the day & week.
• Monitor & turn in all production & quality sheets for the shift.
• Turn in all Quality samples.
• Inform Production Manager of all personnel issues.
• Willing to work closely with other Packaging Operators.
• Complete timesheet for packaging personnel on the shift each day & turn in.
• Assist in finding coverage for shift to fill in for absences & vacations.
• A good working & communication relationship with Maintenance & the Production Driver.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Manufacturing environment knowledge

Effective communication

Job description

HACO CULINARY in Manteno, IL is seeking a multi-skilled Packaging Operator. This hourly position reports to the Production Manager and operates all packaging systems, ensuring quality across fillers, cappers, sleevers, case formers, packers, shrink wrappers and palletizers.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of food safety defense, and be able to work off shifts, weekends, and holidays. Strong teamwork and accurate record keeping are essential.