Night Fryer Operator – Growth, Benefits & Team

Utz Quality Foods, LLC; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, LLC in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a Fryer Operator for the overnight shift (Mon-Fri 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM). You will operate fryer equipment, monitor production, and help ensure safe, high-quality snacks.

Join a team-focused environment with opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to safety and food quality. Prior food manufacturing experience is preferred, and willingness to work in warm environments is required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to work in warm to hot environments.
• Experience operating production and data entry equipment.
• Basic mechanical tasks and use of tools like Allen wrenches and screwdrivers.
• Knowledge of lock-out/tag-out safety practices.
• Strong multitasking and attention to detail.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs and work around hot equipment.
• Bilingual is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust fryer equipment to meet production goals.
• Perform maintenance and basic repairs on machinery.
• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance to keep things running smoothly.
• Ensure high-quality products by inspecting equipment and monitoring production.
• Collaborate with team to meet safety, quality, and production standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to safety and food safety protocols.
• Handle data entry functions and communicate updates to the team.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Data entry

Bilingual (preferred)

Tools

Allen wrenches

Screwdrivers

Job description

Utz Quality Foods, LLC in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a Fryer Operator for the overnight shift (Mon-Fri 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM). You will operate fryer equipment, monitor production, and help ensure safe, high-quality snacks.

Join a team-focused environment with opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to safety and food quality. Prior food manufacturing experience is preferred, and willingness to work in warm environments is required.