Packaging Equipment Technician

Killer Brownie®; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Killer Brownie® in Miamisburg, Ohio is seeking a Packaging Line Setup Technician to ensure packaging lines are operational and ready for production. Responsibilities include setting up lines, verifying equipment functionality, and troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join us in delivering delicious brownies while maintaining the highest quality standards!

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn packaging equipment.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical work.

Responsibilities

• Set up packaging lines based on scheduled product requirements.
• Adjust equipment settings to match product specifications.
• Ensure product flows correctly through all stages of the line.
• Communicate startup readiness, issues, or delays to leadership.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Job description

3rd Shift – Normal hours 12AM - 8:30 AM.

Starting pay $22 + $1 shift differential.

Mon-Saturday availability required.

Job Summary

The Packaging Line Setup Technician owns the preparation, setup, and startup of packaging lines to ensure they are fully operational, efficient, and ready for production each day. This role is responsible for aligning equipment, staging packaging materials, and verifying all systems functioning correctly before startup. This position also supports cutting operations when setup is complete to ensure consistent product flow and prevent downtime between cutting and packaging.

Key Responsibilities

• Line Setup & Startup:
  • Set up packaging lines based on scheduled product and program requirements.
  • Adjust equipment settings to match product specifications.
  • Ensure product flows correctly through all stages of the line: sealing/ forming, weighing, metal detection, labeling, case packing, palletizing.
  • Verify packages are forming, sealing, weighing, and labeling correctly prior to startup.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve setup issues before releasing lines to production.
  • Stage materials and tools needed for startup, including bins, carts, scales, utensils, trash bins and waste containers.
  • Prepare and load equipment: thread film on packaging machines, load labels and boxes, turn on and prepare ink jet printers and case labelers, set up tables and workstations for efficient production flow, load plastic and materials into denesters.
  • Prepare lines to meet food safety and quality requirements: place scale calibration weights, create and set metal detection test samples, build and verify setup samples for each line.
  • Ensure all critical systems are ready prior to startup.
  • Turn on conveyors and packaging belts at scheduled startup time.
  • Support line testing and validation with the packaging team.
  • Confirm all equipment and systems are functioning correctly before production begins.
  • Support brownie cutting operations when setup responsibilities are complete: cutting product, catching product, pulling racks, moving racks (including from freezer) to support product availability and flow, assist with brushing down and preparing cutters for operation.
  • Flex between setup and cutting responsibilities to prevent bottlenecks and downtime.
  • Communicate startup readiness, issues, or delays to leadership.
  • Support line changeovers and troubleshooting as needed.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
  • Follow all GMP, SQF, food safety, and quality standards.
  • Support overall team success by stepping in where needed to keep packaging running.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn packaging equipment.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical work (lifting, bending, pushing, pulling).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

What Success Looks Like

• Lines are fully set up and ready on time every day.
• Startup runs smoothly with minimal issues or delays.
• Equipment is set correctly the first time, reducing rework.
• Strong coordination between cutting and packaging to maintain flow.
• Work area is clean, organized, and audit-ready.