Packaging Machine Operator – Day/Night, $2.5K Bonus

Shearer's Foods; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Night shift premium

Job summary

Shearer’s Foods is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator at the Waterford Plant in Waterford, PA. The role involves setting up and running 3–5 packaging machines, performing changeovers, monitoring quality, and reporting results.

Expect allergens handling and potential overtime, with a $20.50/hour base rate plus a $2.00/hour night shift premium and a $2,500 hiring bonus. Candidates must demonstrate leadership, troubleshooting skills, basic computer use, and strong time-management.

Qualifications

• Leadership required; follow policies and demonstrate Shearer's core values.
• Troubleshooting to find root causes on mechanical and automation equipment.
• Basic computer skills to run production and verifications throughout the day.
• Efficient time management; complete changeovers and schedule breaks around activity.
• Flexibility for training period and pre-shift meetings; weekends/overtime as needed.
• Must be able to move, twist, or lift up to 60 lbs and team lift 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate packaging equipment according to recipes and procedures.
• Run and change over 3–5 packaging machines; monitor variables and performance.
• Communicate changes and plans to teammates and supervision.
• Perform product quality tests and data collection as directed by QA/management.
• Follow safety and allergen handling requirements in a high-temperature environment.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Computer Skills

Time Management

Flexibility

Physical Demands

Job description

Shearer’s Foods is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator at the Waterford Plant in Waterford, PA. The role involves setting up and running 3–5 packaging machines, performing changeovers, monitoring quality, and reporting results.

Expect allergens handling and potential overtime, with a $20.50/hour base rate plus a $2.00/hour night shift premium and a $2,500 hiring bonus. Candidates must demonstrate leadership, troubleshooting skills, basic computer use, and strong time-management.