Packaging Material Handler — Fast-Paced Food Packaging

Pennsylvania Ag Connection; Hanover, Northern (York County, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Campbell Soup Company in Hanover, PA is seeking a Packaging Material Handler to move materials, support production, and uphold safety and quality standards. You will read schedules, weigh and verify materials, and operate handling equipment in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers a 7:00 AM–7:00 PM rotating AWS schedule, with starting pay of $20.45/hour and opportunities to contribute to 5S, GMP, and continuous improvement initiatives while growing with the team.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely work in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to move, transport, and stage materials accurately and efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to follow written instructions, production schedules, and procedures.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, and standing for long periods.
• Willingness to work overtime as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Read production schedules to determine materials and products that need to be moved, staged, or distributed.
• Weigh and count materials to ensure accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Visually verify products and materials before transporting them between production and warehouse areas.
• Operate material handling equipment, when applicable, to transport materials safely throughout the packaging department and facility.
• Support waste removal and waste tracking activities within the packaging area.
• Inspect product loads for accuracy and safely move materials to ensure timely delivery to production lines.
• Transport materials and packaging supplies using manual pallet jacks and other approved equipment.
• Position lifting devices under, around, or over loaded pallets, skids, and containers, securing materials for transport.
• Open bales, crates, and containers and properly dispose of cardboard, plastic wrap, and strapping materials.
• Move portable equipment from storage areas to production floors and assist with equipment setup.
• Load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, vehicles, and other transport equipment manually or mechanically.
• Operate or assist with automatic stacking, loading, packaging, or cutting equipment as required.
• Perform general housekeeping duties, including sweeping floors, retrieving pallets, organizing workspaces, and distributing materials to proper locations.
• Ensure recyclables are properly sorted and placed in designated containers while supporting 5S initiatives.
• Mark materials with identifying information when required.
• Assist with packaging operations and other production support activities as directed.
• Maintain clean work areas, store supplies in designated locations, and keep aisles and exits free from obstruction.
• Follow all GMPs, food safety requirements, and safety procedures, including proper use of PPE.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
• Work overtime as required to support business needs.

Skills

Safety-focused

Material handling

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Team player

Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Material handling equipment

Job description

Campbell Soup Company in Hanover, PA is seeking a Packaging Material Handler to move materials, support production, and uphold safety and quality standards. You will read schedules, weigh and verify materials, and operate handling equipment in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers a 7:00 AM–7:00 PM rotating AWS schedule, with starting pay of $20.45/hour and opportunities to contribute to 5S, GMP, and continuous improvement initiatives while growing with the team.