Packaging Machine Operator- B Shift (3:45pm-4am)

Calbee America, Inc.; Senatobia, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Calbee America, Inc. in Senatobia, MS is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator for the B shift (3:45pm–4am) to oversee packaging room operations and ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality and efficiency.

You will operate, troubleshoot, and maintain packaging equipment, support food safety programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and adherence to GMP/SQF standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting high-speed packaging machinery.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain one.
• Excellent English communication, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP and SQF practices preferred.
• Experience in food packaging/manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain packaging machines and related equipment.
• Follow FIFO and maintain accurate production records.
• Monitor CCPs and perform QC checks for product integrity.
• Coordinate with QC, Maintenance and Warehouse to resolve issues.
• Train and mentor new packers and operators.
• Ensure compliance with LOTO, PPE, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Provide clear shift-change updates and relay critical information.

Skills

Lifting 50lbs

Long hours standing

Team leadership

English communication

Problem solving

Documentation

Forklift cert

High-speed packaging

Food packaging

SQF HACCP GMP

Preventive maintenance

Machine calibration

Excel

Word

Outlook

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Packaging Machine Operator- B Shift (3:45pm-4am)

795 Shands Bottom Rd, Senatobia, MS 38668, USA

Job Description

Position Summary:

ThePackaging Machine Operator(PMO)is responsible foroverseeing Packaging Room operations, ensuring production schedules are met whilemaintainingproduct quality and efficiency. This role involvesoperating, troubleshooting, and performing routine maintenance on packaging machinery. The PMO also leads and supports food safety programs and collaborates with cross-functional teams tooptimizeproduction processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operations & Production Support

• Operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on packaging machines, scales, tape machines, and date code machines.
• Ensurethe correct film is loaded for each product based on the production schedule.
• Maintain machine settings and adjust as needed to ensure production efficiency and product quality.
• Monitor and regulate all packaging-related materials, following FIFO procedures.
• Identifyand resolve issues thatimpactproduction flow, coordinating with cross-functional teams as needed.
• Maintainaccuraterecords of production and quality checks.

Quality & Food Safety

• Perform Critical Control Point (CCP) monitoring to prevent allergen cross-contamination in the packaging area.
• Conduct routine quality control (QC) checks (e.g., bag seal, weight, date code, and appearance).
• Collaborate with Quality Control (QC), Maintenance, and Warehouse teams to address any issues affecting product integrity.
• Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP, and SQF guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with preventive control measures (PCPs) and critical control points (CCPs).

Leadership & Communication

• Assistin training and mentoring new packers and operators, ensuring they meet performance and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with Shift Managers, Leads, Packers, Stackers, QC, Warehouse, and Maintenance to coordinate production needs.
• Provide shift changeover updates, including production order status, overflow levels, and machine issues.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude while leading and supporting a team-oriented work environment.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Wear all required PPE (personal protective equipment), including safety eyewear, hearing protection, gloves, and hairnets.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to sanitation and housekeeping standards.
• Identifyand report any safety concerns or hazards to management.
• PMOs must be proficient in operating, troubleshooting, andmaintainingthe following packaging equipment:

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbsoccasionally.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 12 hours a day).
• Frequent bending, reaching, pulling, stooping, kneeling, and climbing.
• Comfortable working in environments that may be hot, cold, dusty, or noisy.
• Experienceoperatingand troubleshooting high-speed packaging machinery.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)arerequired.
• Ability to train and lead a team effectively.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain one.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Communication & Documentation
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to document production data accurately and follow best practices in record-keeping.
• Ability to relayimportant informationatshift changeovers and collaborate with various teams.
• Prior experience in food packaging or manufacturingpreferred.
• Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, and GMP standardspreferred.
• Experience with preventative maintenance or machine calibrationpreferred.

Calbee North America is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status or any other legally protected status.

795 Shands Bottom Rd, Senatobia, MS 38668, USA