Packaging Machine Operator - Weekend Nights

Utz Brands, Inc.; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site health clinic

24/7 fitness center

Growth and wellness programs

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods is seeking Packaging Machine Operators for the Weekend Night Shift. The role offers a 3-day workweek with hours from Friday to Sunday, 6 PM to 6 AM. This is a great chance to grow your career at a household name in snacking, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

You will set up, monitor, and adjust packaging lines, ensuring quality and efficient production. The company provides benefits and a supportive environment focusing on growth and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Knowledge of packaging machine equipment preferred or experience in food production.
• Ability to read and understand English instructions and communicate effectively with operators and maintenance personnel.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to obtain a forklift license (training provided).
• Basic computer skills for simple data entry.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate packaging lines safely and efficiently.
• Perform routine checks at shift start and throughout the day to ensure machines are running properly.
• Monitor packaging quality (weights, seals, codes, pricing).
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and support maintenance as needed.
• Keep accurate records of production, film usage, and quality checks.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Communicate with the next shift and support teamwork across lines.
• Train new operators as needed.

Skills

Reading, writing, math

Packaging machinery knowledge

Teamwork and communication

English instruction literacy

Physical stamina (lift 50 lbs)

Job description

Utz Quality Foods is excited to bring new talent on board! We’re currently seeking Packaging Machine Operators to join our Weekend Night Shift team. This role offers steady hours Friday to Sunday 6PM-6AM, a dependable 3-day workweek, and the chance to grow your career with a company that’s been a household name for generations.

What makes Utz different? We put people first. From opportunities to advance, to a supportive workplace culture, we’re committed to helping our team members succeed. On top of that, we offer a strong pay and benefits package designed with you and your family in mind.

Here are just a few perks you’ll find at Utz

• A free on-site health clinic for full-time employees and their dependents
• A 24/7 fitness center available at no cost to all associates
• Programs and resources that promote growth, wellness, and work-life balance

If you’re ready for a stable career with a company that values your hard work, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate packaging lines safely and efficiently
• Perform routine checks at shift start and throughout the day to ensure machines are running properly
• Monitor packaging quality (weights, seals, codes, pricing)
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and support maintenance as needed
• Keep accurate records of production, film usage, and quality checks
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Communicate with the next shift and support teamwork across lines
• Train new operators as needed

Requirements

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills
• Knowledge of packaging machine equipment is preferred, or background in food production
• Ability to read and understand English instructions and communicate effectively with operators and maintenance personnel
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to obtain a forklift license (training provided)
• Basic computer skills for simple data entry
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Continuously Pursuing Excellence!

Here at Utz, we have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from high quality ingredients. After over a century with a strong family heritage, our diverse portfolio of brands includes Utz, Zapp’s, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. Our associates are the reason for the success of this company, so it is important we provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We also help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our full-time benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer match 401k, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more. Join our world class team and help us become the fastest growing pure-play U.S. snacking company of scale!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.