Packaging Operator (1st Shift)

Palermo Villa, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Floating Holiday

401k & Roth with company match

Job summary

Palermo's West Milwaukee facility is seeking a Packaging Operator (1st Shift) to operate and monitor packaging equipment, ensure products meet quality standards, and keep lines running safely and efficiently.

You’ll set up machinery, perform light troubleshooting, inspect finished packages for labeling and sealing, record production data, and collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to hit daily goals.

Qualifications

• Experience operating production or packaging equipment in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in food manufacturing or a similar fast-paced production environment is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and document production data.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust packaging equipment to keep lines running smoothly.
• Set up packaging machinery and perform changeovers as needed.
• Inspect packages for labeling, sealing, and quality; document results.

Skills

Packaging equipment operation

Quality control

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Tools

Packaging machinery

Job description

• On-site
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PACKA001264

Description

PACKAGING OPERATOR (1st Shift)

Palermo's is looking for a Packaging Operator to help keep our pizza production lines running safely, efficiently, and smoothly. In this role, you'll operate and monitor packaging equipment, ensure products meet our quality standards, and work alongside a dedicated team to deliver great pizza to customers across the country.

Who you’ll work for…

While most companies that sell Pizza have no real connection to Italy, Palermo’s passion for food and family reaches all the way back to the country where Pizza was born. "Papa Palermo" carried the cherished recipes to America from Sicily!

Innovation is at the heart of who we are. We use an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking approach resulting in high quality products that are consistently recognized by both the industry and consumers.

Our commitment to quality has made Palermo’s a leader in private label frozen Pizza and contract manufacturing!

Opportunity for training and career advancement

Paid Time Off and Floating Holiday of your choice

401k & Roth with company match and fully vested on the 1st of the Month after Hire

Fantastic benefit offering starting on the 1st of the Month after Hire

Where you’ll work…

Located in West Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Palermo’s manufacturing facility is part of our growing pizza production operations, where teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to quality come together to produce great-tasting frozen pizzas.

Our fast-paced manufacturing environment features production and packaging equipment, with dedicated team members working together to ensure our pizzas meet the highest standards of food safety, quality, and efficiency.

What you’ll do…

Operate, monitor, and adjust packaging equipment to keep production lines running efficiently and minimize downtime.

Set up packaging machinery and make necessary adjustments during production and product changeovers.

Inspect packaged products to ensure proper labeling, sealing, coding, and overall quality.

Identify and troubleshoot minor equipment issues, communicating more complex problems to Maintenance or leadership.

Monitor packaging materials and replenish supplies to maintain continuous production.

Complete required production documentation and accurately record operating information.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following food safety, quality, and company procedures.

Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance team members to meet daily production goals.

What You Bring…

Previous experience operating production or packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Experience in food manufacturing or a similar fast-paced production setting is a plus.

Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn equipment operations, adjustments, and basic troubleshooting.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing safe, high-quality products.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, complete basic production documentation, and perform basic math.

Ability to work on your feet for extended periods and perform physical tasks associated with manufacturing operations.

Willingness to follow safety procedures, maintain good attendance, and work in a team-oriented environment.

Why You’ll Succeed…

You're dependable and take ownership of your work, ensuring equipment runs safely and efficiently.

You have a hands-on, problem-solving mindset and enjoy figuring out how things work.

You pay attention to the details and understand the importance of food safety and product quality.

You stay focused and organized while working in a fast-paced production environment.

You're flexible, willing to learn, and ready to adapt as production needs change.

You're a team player with strong communication skills who is ready to work hard to ensure the whole Palermo’s team succeeds.

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