Packaging Operator 3rd Shift

Gehl Food & Beverage; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On‑demand pay

Bonuses up to 6% of wages

Full benefits (medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

Gehl Foods is hiring a Packaging Operator for the 3rd shift in Germantown, WI. You will operate secondary packaging equipment, perform changeovers, label finished goods, and maintain accurate logs in a GMP setting. On-demand pay and quarterly bonuses accompany a full benefits package and PTO/holidays.

Growth opportunities are highlighted in a team-focused culture. Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of packaging experience, strong attention to detail, basic math skills, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• 6 months’ previous manufacturing, packaging, or assembly line production experience.
• Demonstrated organizational and observational skills, and detail-oriented.
• Basic mathematical calculation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and listen to written and oral instructions in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment under limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operates and observes secondary packaging equipment to ensure food safety, product quality and conformity meeting customer standards and specifications.
• Performs clean, inspect and lube functions.
• Participates in startup, troubleshooting/adjustment, stop/reset and shutdown of line equipment; clears jams and reports malfunctions.
• Performs changeovers and sets up next item's packaging and coding.
• Applies labels to secondary packages and finished goods pallets.
• Reports out of standard/specification results to Quality Department and Business Unit Lead/Supervisor.
• Reports unsafe conditions or other compliance issues to Lead/Supervisor.
• Completes handwritten instructions and on-line QA/CCP checks accurately.
• Maintains detailed work log and inventory records.
• Monitors inventory and production levels to optimize operations.
• Maintains clean, safe work area and environment.
• Participates in shift exchanges and team meetings.
• Safely operates forklifts to handle materials and finished goods.

Skills

Packaging experience

Attention to detail

Math skills

English literacy

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Packaging Operator | 3rd Shift

Germantown, WI

Now Hiring: Packaging Operator | 3rd Shift

Shift/Schedule: Mon - Fri | 10PM – 6AM

Pay: Base + Shift Differential = $22.50/hour

Why join our team?

• Need cash before payday? We've got you covered with on demand pay
• Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 6% of wages)
• Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match
• Generous PTO & holidays
• Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career
• Amazing team & culture focused on:

Communication | Community Involvement | Wellness | Employee Activities

Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:

• Full-time & stable hours – no seasonal cuts!
• Referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution
• Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more
• Proven continued business growth for future opportunities

What You’ll Do

Ensures compliance with Gehl Foods safety standards and applicable regulatory requirements while following the company's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

• Operates and observes secondary packaging equipment to ensure food safety, product quality and conformity meeting customer standards and specifications
• Performs clean, inspect and lube functions
• Actively participates in startup, troubleshooting/adjustment, stop/reset and shutdown of line equipment - Clears jams and reports malfunctions to Business Lead/Supervisor as necessary
• Performs changeovers - Completes line clears and accurately sets up next item's packaging and coding
• Applies appropriate labels to secondary packages and completed finished goods pallets
• Reports out of standard/specification results to the Quality Department and Business Unit Lead/Supervisor
• Reports on unsafe conditions or other compliance issues to the Business Unit Lead/Supervisor
• Completes handwritten instructions and on-line documentation including Quality and Critical Control Point (CCP) checks accurately and at the required frequencies
• Maintains accurate and detailed work log (including Factory MES data collection) and inventory records
• Monitors and reviews inventory and production levels to achieve the most efficient operating conditions
• Maintains assigned work area and production environment in clean orderly condition - completes environmental cleaning requirements as necessary
• Actively participates in shift exchanges and work team meetings
• Safely operates forklifts to handle materials and finished goods
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What You’ll Need

• 6 months’ previous manufacturing, packaging, or assembly line production experience
• Demonstrated organizational and observational skills, and detail-oriented
• Basic mathematical calculation skills
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and listen to written and oral and instructions in the English language
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment under limited supervision