Packaging Machine Operator - 1st Shift (Food Manufacturing)

ultimatecapperforum Brands, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods is hiring a Packaging Machine Operator (PMO) for the 1st shift at our Algona, WA facility. The role focuses on efficient operation of packaging machines, ensuring proper weight, spice alignment, and correct code dates.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 6:00 am–2:30 pm with Saturdays as needed. Starting pay is $24.00/hour with benefits including health, dental and vision, 401(k) with match, paid holidays, PTO, and WA paid sick leave.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in operating food processing equipment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Thorough knowledge of machinery and sound mechanical ability.
• Ability to use a production computer/program.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be an independent thinker and make good decisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspects equipment daily for cleanliness and sanitation.
• Conducts changeovers and replaces packaging film as needed.
• Coordinates proper spicing with correct packaging film.
• Checks code dates for accuracy every 15 minutes.
• Inspects bag seams to ensure strong seals.
• Keeps quality records and works with QC to meet standards.
• Maintains efficient operation of equipment.
• Troubleshoots and resolves potential equipment issues.
• Communicates with production team to maintain flow of production.
• Performs sanitation and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food processing equipment

Machinery knowledge

Production software

Communication skills

Independent thinker

Heavy lifting

Job description

Utz Quality Foods is hiring a Packaging Machine Operator (PMO) for the 1st shift at our Algona, WA facility. The role focuses on efficient operation of packaging machines, ensuring proper weight, spice alignment, and correct code dates.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 6:00 am–2:30 pm with Saturdays as needed. Starting pay is $24.00/hour with benefits including health, dental and vision, 401(k) with match, paid holidays, PTO, and WA paid sick leave.