Packaging Operator

Barilla Group; Town of Avon (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 6% company match

Paid life insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Barilla Group is seeking Packaging Machine Operators for our United States packaging team. You will operate and monitor automated packaging equipment, perform changeovers, and ensure product quality and correct labeling.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and prior manufacturing experience, with strong mechanical aptitude. Night shift differential applies, and team safety is a priority.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred.
• Food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated packaging equipment and production lines.
• Perform machine set-ups, adjustments, and product changeovers.
• Inspect products for quality, accurate coding, and proper sealing.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and escalate concerns when needed.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Follow food safety, GMP, quality, and workplace safety requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

Packaging Machine Operator | Food Manufacturing

Looking for something new this season? We've got a career worth unwrapping!

As the holiday season approaches, our Packaging Team is working hard to get quality pasta onto dinner tables everywhere. We're looking for dependable, motivated Packaging Machine Operators to help keep our production lines moving and make sure every package meets our high standards for quality and food safety.

If you enjoy working with machinery, staying busy, and being part of a team that takes pride in what they do, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for!

Competitive Pay: $23.59/hour

Night Shift Differential: +$1.75/hour

What You'll Do:

Operate and monitor automated packaging equipment and production lines

Perform machine set-ups, adjustments, and product changeovers

Inspect products for quality, accurate coding, and proper sealing

Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and **escalate** concerns when needed

Perform routine equipment checks and basic preventative maintenance

Complete production and quality documentation accurately

Follow food safety, GMP, quality, and workplace safety requirements

Keep your work area clean and organized

Work with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to keep the line running smoothly

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

High school diploma or GED preferred

Manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred

Food manufacturing experience is a plus

Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

MORE TO BE THANKFUL FOR!

A great job should come with more than just a paycheck. We offer a benefits package designed to support you both on and off the job:

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 6% company match

Paid life insurance

Wellness reimbursement

And much more!

The holiday season is right around the corner, and there's no better time to start building a career with a company that values teamwork, quality, and the people who make it all happen.

Ready to bring your skills to the table? We're ready to welcome you to the team!

WE'RE THANKFUL FOR GREAT TEAMMATES. COME JOIN US!

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.