Night Packaging Operator — Food-Grade Tech & Growth

The Campbell's Company; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Campbell's Company in Beloit, Wisconsin is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator for the 3rd shift. You will operate, troubleshoot, and optimize packaging equipment to deliver high-quality snack products, following food safety standards.

The role requires reading production schedules and maintaining packaging materials, with overtime as needed. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of production experience, and the ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year of production experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely operate packaging and production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform equipment adjustments, troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules, operating procedures, and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to product quality and food safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mandatory overtime when required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 60 pounds and occasionally move up to 100 pounds with appropriate assistance.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot packaging machinery to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous production.
• Read and interpret production schedules, including MicroStrategy schedules, and plan machine operation accordingly.
• Print and manage labels using multiple printer systems and perform routine printer cleaning and adjustments.
• Monitor codes, dates, pricing information, and package integrity to ensure product compliance and accuracy.
• Perform nitrogen testing, metal detector verification, batch order verification, and other required quality checks.
• Maintain an adequate supply of packaging materials, including roll stock and related consumables.
• Set up packaging equipment, perform machine changeovers, and create or modify machine programs as required.
• Write, edit, and maintain machine logic and date configurations to support efficient and low-waste production.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs, adjustments, and equipment setup activities.
• Calibrate scales, adjust scale linkages, modify formers, and ensure weighing systems are functioning properly.
• Operate supporting packaging equipment, including case sealers, robotic cells, and related automated systems.
• Monitor machine performance to ensure standard operating speeds, film cutoffs, and acceptable package seals.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve packaged product quality issues.
• Properly account for product run-off and rework recoverable product according to established procedures.

Skills

Packaging equipment operation

Quality and food safety awareness

Teamwork and communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

MicroStrategy

Production scheduling systems

Job description

The Campbell's Company in Beloit, Wisconsin is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator for the 3rd shift. You will operate, troubleshoot, and optimize packaging equipment to deliver high-quality snack products, following food safety standards.

The role requires reading production schedules and maintaining packaging materials, with overtime as needed. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of production experience, and the ability to lift up to 60 pounds.