Packager

Glanbia Nutritionals, Inc.; Richfield (ID); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Glanbia Nutritionals, Inc. in Richfield, Idaho is seeking an individual for a role involving packaging and performing quality assurance checks on powder products. The successful candidate will be responsible for tasks such as sealing bags, technical troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety and food regulations.

Strong physical capability is required, including the ability to lift 50 pounds and engage in various handling tasks throughout shifts. Candidates should be self-motivated and capable of communication in English. This role may also require weekend and overtime work as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of reading and comprehending text and numbers.
• Knowledge of USDA, FDA, SQF regulations.

Responsibilities

• Packs powder, seals bags, and stacks on pallets.
• Performs technical troubleshooting with live operation of equipment.
• Complies with occupational safety and health standards.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Forklift experience preferred

Self-motivated and minimal supervision

Communication in English

Education

Knowledge of USDA, FDA, SQF requirements

Tools

Forklift

Job description

At Glanbia Dairy Nutrition, our portfolio centers on dairy and non‑dairy nutritional ingredients.

Job Summary

This person will be in charge of packaging and performing regular quality assurance checks on powder.

Essential Functions

• Packs powder, seals bags, and stacks on pallets.
• Performs technical troubleshooting with live operation of equipment, LOTO, bag and seal checks.
• Sets up packaging modules by selecting product‑specific recipes; adjusts fill rates and sealer heights on Modules 1 and 2 in real time; and configures bag heads and conveyors for cleaning and inspection via the control interface.
• Assists in restacking and re‑bagging powder as necessary.
• Safely performs cleaning and sanitation tasks that require the use of chemical cleaning agents, following required training, safety protocols, and personal protective equipment guidelines.
• Promotes and exhibits strong Food Safety and Quality practices.
• Promotes and exhibits strong Sustainability practices.
• Promotes and exhibits strong Housekeeping practices.
• Reports Safety, Food Safety, Quality, Sustainability, and Housekeeping problems to direct supervisor immediately.
• Participates actively in teams and on projects to improve metrics for the area of responsibility.
• Complies with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued under the Occupational Safety and Health Act applicable to his/her actions.
• Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Administration, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance).
• Safely handles, measures, mixes, and disposes of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals used in the Clean‑In‑Place (CIP) process in accordance with procedures, safety data sheets (SDS), and company safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Functions

• Regular and timely attendance required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of reading and comprehending text and numbers, doing simple math, using charts and tables and measuring instruments.
• Forklift experience preferred or must be trainable.
• Self‑motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of USDA, FDA, SQF and customer requirements for a food manufacturing plant.
• Knowledge of Sustainability and EPA requirements for a manufacturing plant.
• Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment.
• Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality.
• Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed.
• Ability to communicate verbally and read/write instructions in English.
• Must be able to work weekends and overtime as required.

Physical Demands

Frequently (51‑75%) stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

Frequently (51‑75%) lift and/or move 26 to 60 lbs.

Occasionally (25‑50%) sit, talk or hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands and arms.

Specific vision requirements: close vision (clear at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear at 20 feet or more), color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

Typical Environmental Conditions

May be exposed to noise levels ≥ 85 dB requiring hearing protection.

May be exposed to humidity, intense heat and cold, outdoor weather conditions, and fumes / toxic chemicals.

May work in areas with mechanical moving parts, above ground with risk of fall, or areas with risk of electrical shock.

Disclaimer

Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification and are not an exhaustive list.

EEO Statement

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.