Packaging Line Operator

McCain Foods; Wisconsin Rapids (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Insurance from day one

401(k) matching

PTO and wellness days

Education reimbursement

Job summary

McCain Foods in Wisconsin Rapids is seeking a Packaging Line Operator to efficiently operate and maintain packaging lines. This full-time position involves setting up equipment, conducting quality checks, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and have experience in manufacturing. Benefits include competitive pay and comprehensive insurance from day one. Join a collaborative environment focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma required.
• Manufacturing or food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to handle physical job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain packaging equipment.
• Perform quality inspections and testing.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and safety standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Forklift certification

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered Industrial Vehicles

Job description

Position Title: Packaging Line Operator Pool

Position Type: Regular - Full Time

Requisition ID: 43021

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences —Together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About The Role

The Packaging Line Operator ensures efficient operation of assigned packaging lines under normal supervision. This role is responsible for equipment setup, adjustments, quality checks, product flow, and maintaining safe and sanitary work practices throughout the packaging process.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, and adjust all equipment on assigned packaging lines, ensuring proper function and efficiency.
• Perform product changeovers, quality inspections, testing, and maintain documentation to meet specifications.
• Monitor and calibrate scales for accurate weights and consistent product flow.
• Maintain supplies, prevent contamination, and uphold cleanliness and compliance with GMP and sanitation standards.
• Report quality or production issues, contribute to continuous improvement, and complete required reports and other assigned duties.

This role works in a manufacturing environment with potential exposure to loud noises, strong odors, temperature fluctuations, moving machinery, wet or humid conditions, hazardous chemicals, high or confined spaces, extreme temperatures, vibration, and prolonged standing, walking, communicating and sensory tasks. Physical requirements include handling objects, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and requiring close, distance, color, peripheral, depth vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Shift Availability

Available Shift: D Crew/PM Shift (6 PM - 6 AM) on a 2-2-3 schedule; shift differential offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing and/or food manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification required.
• Continuous learning mindset and adaptability to new equipment, processes, and roles.
• Strong technical ability with a digital-first approach and accurate data entry.
• Effective communication with all levels, following written, oral, or diagram instructions; independent documentation in English.
• Attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record keeping.
• Physical capability to meet job requirements, including bending frequently, lifting heavy objects up to 40 pounds, and operating Powered Industrial Vehicles.
• Team-focused attitude and problem‑solving skills; ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Insurance from day one of employment
• 401(k) match up to 6%
• PTO, company holidays, wellness days
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Set schedule with overtime allowances
• Education reimbursement

Compensation

Target hourly rate: $29.65 USD. Bonus eligibility and shift differential applicable.

Location

Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, United States.

Company

McCain Foods Limited

Job Family

Manufacturing

EEO Statement

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family‑owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities where we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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