Packaging Machine Operator — 12-Hour Shifts, Growth & Benefits

Unilever; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision plans

401K Matching

Employee Share Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Leaves

Monthly Bonus Payouts

Uniforms and PPE provided

$750 employee referral bonus payments

Onsite employee store discount

Job summary

Unilever is hiring a Packaging Associate/Machine Operator in Independence, MO. You will operate Bartelt, SN and Jones machines, monitor quality, perform regular checks, and adjust settings to maintain product standards.

This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and flexibility for 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends. Benefits include medical, dental & vision plans, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement, and monthly bonus payouts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Able to read, write and understand English.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexible to work 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate Bartelt, SN & Jones machines and peripherals.
• Maintain quality and quantity of pouches as per QA and packaging standards.
• Perform weight and quality checks at defined intervals.
• Adjust controls to meet standards and clear jams as needed.
• Retrieve packaging material and load onto machines; use computer for changeover data.
• Report malfunctions to supervisor and document Line KPI information.

Skills

High-speed manufacturing

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

English literacy

Tools

Bartelt machine operation

SN & Jones line equipment

Job description

Unilever is hiring a Packaging Associate/Machine Operator in Independence, MO. You will operate Bartelt, SN and Jones machines, monitor quality, perform regular checks, and adjust settings to maintain product standards.

This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and flexibility for 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends. Benefits include medical, dental & vision plans, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement, and monthly bonus payouts.