Packaging Line Lead

McCain Foods; Burley (ID); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $1.50/hour

Set schedule for the calendar year

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Adoption assistance

Fertility and infertility assistance

Education reimbursement

Paid maternity and parental leave

Job summary

McCain Foods USA, Inc. in Burley, Idaho is seeking a Packaging Line Operator B2C to ensure safe, efficient packaging aligned with quality specs. You will operate and monitor packaging equipment, perform changeovers, and support sanitation and maintenance activities.

You will lead line personnel, maintain records, and uphold safety, quality, and food-safety standards while collaborating across production teams to meet daily targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One to three months of related manufacturing, packaging, or production experience preferred.
• Technical certificate from a college or vocational school is an asset.
• Previous experience operating packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and SOPs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leaders, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Basic computer proficiency with the ability to learn new systems and technologies quickly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Commitment to food safety, quality standards, and workplace safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust packaging line and case-sealing equipment to maintain production efficiency and product quality.
• Lead, direct, and support line personnel while fostering teamwork and a positive work environment.
• Ensure production standards, quality requirements, and safety expectations are consistently met.
• Perform equipment changeovers and assist with machinery disassembly and reassembly for sanitation activities.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance and minor equipment repairs as required.
• Verify product quality prior to packaging and ensure packaging standards are met.
• Monitor product flow and maintain operational consistency throughout the packaging process.
• Coordinate packaging material needs and request supplies from forklift operators as necessary.
• Ensure team members have the correct packaging supplies and materials available to support production.
• Maintain accurate records and follow established operating procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.

Skills

Packaging equipment operation

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Quality focus

Communication

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certificate (asset)

Tools

Forklift operation

Packaging machinery

Sanitation equipment

Job description

McCain Foods USA, Inc. in Burley, Idaho is seeking a Packaging Line Operator B2C to ensure safe, efficient packaging aligned with quality specs. You will operate and monitor packaging equipment, perform changeovers, and support sanitation and maintenance activities.

You will lead line personnel, maintain records, and uphold safety, quality, and food-safety standards while collaborating across production teams to meet daily targets.