Night Shift Packaging Technician — Food Manufacturing

Utz Brands, Inc.; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a skilled Packaging Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will set up packaging lines, perform startup checks, calibrate scales, and ensure accurate codes and pricing on products. The role emphasizes quality control, sanitation, and teamwork.

The position requires basic reading, writing, math, and the ability to lift at least 50 lbs. Forklift license is a plus and English proficiency is essential for operation and safety

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Knowledge of all packaging machine equipment used in the Packaging Department.
• Willingness to obtain forklift license.

Responsibilities

• Set up packaging lines correctly and efficiently.
• Perform daily operator checklists at shift changes and startup.
• Verify proper operations and calibrate scales on packaging machines.
• Gather packaging film and ensure proper codes and pricing are printed on packages.
• Use appropriate formers and adjust temperatures to achieve proper seals on packages.
• Monitor packaging quality hourly, checking item weight, seals, codes and pricing.
• Record film usage and calculate film waste percentages.
• Collaborate with team members in a harmonious and supportive environment.
• Communicate with incoming shift operators about any difficulties or improvements.
• Maintain efficient operations on all lines and report conditions that could lead to product contamination.
• Assist the Maintenance Department with packaging machine repairs when necessary.
• Train new operators as needed.
• Maintain an organized, sanitary work environment and complete sanitation tasks as directed.

Skills

Packaging machinery

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

English comprehension

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Utz Quality Foods in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a skilled Packaging Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will set up packaging lines, perform startup checks, calibrate scales, and ensure accurate codes and pricing on products. The role emphasizes quality control, sanitation, and teamwork.

The position requires basic reading, writing, math, and the ability to lift at least 50 lbs. Forklift license is a plus and English proficiency is essential for operation and safety