Package Machine Operator - 3rd shift

Campbell Soup Supply; Ohio; On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell Soup Company is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator on the 3rd shift in Ohio. You will operate packaging equipment safely, drive production goals, and lead on the line to minimize downtime. Starting times vary with attendance, production schedules, and seasonal needs.

You will ensure product quality, monitor seals and weights, and coordinate with maintenance and other operators. The role requires physical work, the ability to read schedules, and the willingness to work overtime as

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of manufacturing/production experience.
• Ability to safely operate packaging and production equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn machine setups, adjustments, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and follow production schedules and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to provide leadership and direction to production team members.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, carry, and move materials.
• Must be able to lift 40+ pounds and occasionally move heavier loads with assistance.
• Willingness to work varying schedules and mandatory overtime.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor snack packaging machinery to support continuous production.
• Review production schedules and plan equipment and material needs accordingly.
• Monitor packaging codes, dates, and pricing information to ensure product accuracy.
• Maintain adequate supplies of roll stock and packaging materials.
• Adjust machine settings and micro-logic controls to optimize efficiency and reduce waste.
• Perform machine setups, startups, shutdowns, sanitation activities, and product changeovers.
• Plan and execute efficient changeovers between products to minimize downtime.
• Monitor machine performance to ensure production standards are met.
• Verify proper film cutoffs and package seal integrity, including end seals and back seals.
• Monitor product weights and appearance to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
• Ensure machines operate at standard production speeds.
• Properly account for product run-off and coordinate rework of acceptable product.
• Maintain accurate product quality standards throughout the shift.
• Keep packaging machines and surrounding work areas clean and organized.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning and blow-down activities as required.
• Identify equipment issues and notify Maintenance or Production Leadership.
• Support troubleshooting efforts to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
• Provide leadership and direction to the packaging line.
• Support and coordinate activities with Packers and other production team members.
• Serve as a backup Packaging Coordinator or other technical/skilled positions when qualified.
• Monitor and replenish seasoning systems, where applicable, to ensure proper product coverage.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and hygiene policies and procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Store supplies and materials in designated locations.
• Keep aisles, exits, and workspaces clear and free from obstructions.
• Follow safe lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling procedures.
• Report safety concerns, equipment issues, and workplace injuries promptly.
• Work overtime as required to support business needs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Packers
• Production Operators
• Packaging Coordinators
• Maintenance Mechanics and Technicians
• Production Supervisors
• Quality Assurance Team Members
• Warehouse and Material Handling Teams
• Continuous Improvement Teams

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading work instructions

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year manufacturing experience

Job description

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as 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. Make history with us.

Shift: 3rd Shift

Pay: $21.40/hour

Schedule: Starting times and hours may vary based on attendance coverage, production schedules, and seasonal business needs, including holidays.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE...

As a Packaging Machine Operator, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality products to consumers by operating packaging equipment safely, efficiently, and reliably. You will help maximize production output, minimize waste, maintain quality standards, and provide leadership on the packaging line to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU WILL DO...

Packaging Equipment Operations

• Safely operate and monitor snack packaging machinery to support continuous production.
• Review production schedules and plan equipment and material needs accordingly.
• Monitor packaging codes, dates, and pricing information to ensure product accuracy.
• Maintain adequate supplies of roll stock and packaging materials.
• Adjust machine settings and micro-logic controls to optimize efficiency and reduce waste.
• Perform machine setups, startups, shutdowns, sanitation activities, and product changeovers.
• Plan and execute efficient changeovers between products to minimize downtime.

Quality & Production Monitoring

• Monitor machine performance to ensure production standards are met.
• Verify proper film cutoffs and package seal integrity, including end seals and back seals.
• Monitor product weights and appearance to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
• Ensure machines operate at standard production speeds.
• Properly account for product run-off and coordinate rework of acceptable product.
• Maintain accurate product quality standards throughout the shift.

Equipment Care & Troubleshooting

• Keep packaging machines and surrounding work areas clean and organized.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning and blow-down activities as required.
• Identify equipment issues and immediately notify Maintenance or Production Leadership.
• Support troubleshooting efforts to minimize downtime and improve productivity.

Leadership & Team Support

• Provide leadership and direction to the packaging line.
• Support and coordinate activities with Packers and other production team members.
• Serve as a backup Packaging Coordinator or other technical/skilled positions when qualified.
• Monitor and replenish seasoning systems, where applicable, to ensure proper product coverage.

Safety, Sanitation & Housekeeping

• Follow all safety, food safety, and hygiene policies and procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Store supplies and materials in designated locations.
• Keep aisles, exits, and workspaces clear and free from obstructions.
• Follow safe lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling procedures.
• Report safety concerns, equipment issues, and workplace injuries promptly.

Additional Responsibilities

• Work overtime as required to support business needs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH...

• Packers
• Production Operators
• Packaging Coordinators
• Maintenance Mechanics and Technicians
• Production Supervisors
• Quality Assurance Team Members
• Warehouse and Material Handling Teams
• Continuous Improvement Teams

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE... (MUST HAVE)

• High School Diploma or GED and/or one (1) year of manufacturing or production experience.
• Ability to safely operate packaging and production equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn machine setups, adjustments, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and follow production schedules and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to provide leadership and direction to production team members.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, carry, and move materials throughout the shift.
• Ability to regularly lift 40+ pounds and occasionally move heavier loads with assistance.
• Willingness to work varying schedules and mandatory overtime as required.

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE... (NICE TO HAVE)

• Previous packaging machine operation experience.
• Experience in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) environments.
• Experience performing machine setups, product changeovers, and equipment adjustments