Packaging Line Operator: Bagger & Labeling Specialist

Newly Weds Foods; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Prescription Drug Plan

Dental/Vision Insurance

Employee Incentive Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Cash Accumulation Plan-401K

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short- Term/Long-Term Disability

Vacation Plan

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Adoption Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Newly Weds Foods in Chicago, IL is seeking a Bagger to operate a bagging machine, ensure proper labeling and weight, and confirm bags pass through the metal detector before leaving the bagging area.

Responsibilities include stacking bags on skids, returning unused labels, cleaning the machine, and reporting malfunctions to supervision. The role requires lifting 50 lbs, following safety rules, and assisting QC with samples and traceability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge about manufacturing food preferred.
• Able to communicate well, both verbal and written, with good mathematical skills.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. continuously.

Responsibilities

• Operate a bagging machine to fill bags with products and ensure proper labeling and weight.
• Ensure bags pass through a metal detector before leaving the bagging area.
• Stack bags neatly on skids and maintain correct skid color.
• Return unused labels to the Supervisor for recording.
• Clean machine and work area as required.
• Detect and report metal detector or roller malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Comply with safety requirements and company policies.
• Report shortages to the lead operator.
• Notify supervisor and QC tech if metal detector goes off.
• Calibrate floor scale for accurate weights.
• Lift 20-40 lb bags consistently.
• Operate automatic palletizer.
• Provide product samples to QC every 5th pallet.
• Ensure load moved tickets are signed or initialed.
• Ensure pack-list is completed for traceability.
• Climb ladders as required.
• Perform sanitation of all packaging equipment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Knowledge of food manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Newly Weds Foods in Chicago, IL is seeking a Bagger to operate a bagging machine, ensure proper labeling and weight, and confirm bags pass through the metal detector before leaving the bagging area.

Responsibilities include stacking bags on skids, returning unused labels, cleaning the machine, and reporting malfunctions to supervision. The role requires lifting 50 lbs, following safety rules, and assisting QC with samples and traceability.