Packaging Machine Operator 1

Seneca Fruit; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

PTO

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Job summary

Seneca Foods Corporation in Yuma, AZ, is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator 1 to safely and efficiently run packaging equipment including form-fill baggers and case packers.

You will work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, operate and troubleshoot equipment, monitor quality, and follow safety SOPs. The company offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to contribute to Farm Fresh Goodness.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate packaging machinery.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Flexible to work different shifts and collaborate in a team.
• Basic math and good written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently operate packaging equipment including form-fill baggers and case packers.
• Perform machine assembly and disassembly as required.
• Utilize Redzone per administrator instructions: monitor performance, report defects, schedule inspections.
• Maximize product and packaging material yields while meeting standards.
• Maintain good housekeeping in assigned areas.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment when needed.
• Follow established safety rules and SOPs; adapt to management requests to maximize production and reduce costs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Math proficiency

Communication

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Ilapak

Pacmac

Ishida

Job description

Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby’s®, Aunt Nellie’s®, READ®, Seneca Farms®, Green Valley®, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable)®, CherryMan®, Paradise®, Pennant®, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.

Packaging Machine Operator 1

Category: Seneca Foods

Seneca Foods

Date: Oct 14, 2026

Location: Yuma, AZ, US, 85365

Custom Field 1: 4905

Description:

Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401K, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great!

A Packaging Machine Operator (PMO) is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various packaging machinery (form fill baggers, case packer, cartons formers, printers, etc.)

Responsiblities:

• Efficiently operate various packaging equipment by carrying out machine, product quality, line performance
• Perform machine assembly and disassembly as required.
• Utilize Redzone as prescribed by the Redzone Administrator that includes but not limited to:
  • Monitor performance.
  • Report all material defects.
  • Effectively perform all scheduled inspections
• Maximize product and packaging material yields meeting standards.
• Maintain good housekeeping in assigned areas.
• Assist in trouble shooting their equipment.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations.
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable SOP's.
• Perform other duties, jobs or tasks assigned at any area by management to maximize production performance and reduce costs.

Requirements:

• General knowledge of baggers and scales, preferable: Ilapak, Pacmac, Ishida.
• Work in a fast pace high volume environment adaptable to changing priorities to meet schedule demands.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude.
• Work in a team environment to achieve performance goals.
• Must be flexible to work different shifts as needed.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Have good oral and written communication skills.
• Sustain a positive mental attitude and support company directives.
• High Scool Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at [e-mail] or call 585-495-4100.