Packaging Operator - Graveyard

Calbee America, Inc.; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Calbee America, Inc. in Boardman, OR is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator to oversee packaging room operations, ensure schedules are met, and maintain product quality. You will operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on packaging machinery, and support food safety programs.

This is a graveyard shift from 6:45pm to 7:00am, Monday through Thursday, with occasional other days as needed. You will collaborate with QC, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams to sustain production flow and

Qualifications

• Operates packaging machinery and performs routine maintenance.
• Supports food safety programs and HACCP/SQF guidelines.
• Maintains accurate production records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on packaging machines, scales, tape machines, and date code machines.
• Ensure correct film is loaded per production schedule and maintain machine settings.
• Monitor packaging materials and follow FIFO procedures to ensure product quality.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting production flow and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Train and mentor new packers and operators as needed.

Skills

Packaging operations

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Food safety

Quality control

Documentation

Communication

Problem solving

Team training

English communication

Tools

Packaging machinery

Date code machines

Scales

Tape machines

Forklift operation

Job description

72600 Lewis and Clark Dr, Boardman, OR 97818, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Position Summary:

ThePackaging Machine Operator(PMO)is responsible foroverseeing Packaging Room operations, ensuring production schedules are met whilemaintainingproduct quality and efficiency. This role involvesoperating, troubleshooting, and performing routine maintenance on packaging machinery. The PMO also leads and supports food safety programs and collaborates with cross-functional teams tooptimizeproduction processes.

This is a graveyard position - 6:45pm - 7:00am - Monday - Thursday (occasional other days due to the needs of the business).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operations & Production Support

• Operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on packaging machines, scales, tape machines, and date code machines.
• Ensurethe correct film is loaded for each product based on the production schedule.
• Maintain machine settings and adjust as needed to ensure production efficiency and product quality.
• Monitor and regulate all packaging-related materials, following FIFO procedures.
• Identifyand resolve issues thatimpactproduction flow, coordinating with cross-functional teams as needed.
• Maintainaccuraterecords of production and quality checks.

Quality & Food Safety

• Perform Critical Control Point (CCP) monitoring to prevent allergen cross-contamination in the packaging area.
• Conduct routine quality control (QC) checks (e.g., bag seal, weight, date code, and appearance).
• Collaborate with Quality Control (QC), Maintenance, and Warehouse teams to address any issues affecting product integrity.
• Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP, and SQF guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with preventive control measures (PCPs) and critical control points (CCPs).

Leadership & Communication

• Assistin training and mentoring new packers and operators, ensuring they meet performance and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with Shift Managers, Leads, Packers, Stackers, QC, Warehouse, and Maintenance to coordinate production needs.
• Provide shift changeover updates, including production order status, overflow levels, and machine issues.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude while leading and supporting a team-oriented work environment.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Wear all required PPE (personal protective equipment), including safety eyewear, hearing protection, gloves, and hairnets.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to sanitation and housekeeping standards.
• Identifyand report any safety concerns or hazards to management.
• PMOs must be proficient in operating, troubleshooting, andmaintainingthe following packaging equipment:

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbsoccasionally.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to12 hours aday).
• Frequent bending, reaching, pulling, stooping, kneeling, and climbing.
• Comfortable working in environments that may be hot, cold, dusty, or noisy.
• Experienceoperatingand troubleshooting high-speed packaging machinery.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)arerequired.
• Ability to train and lead a team effectively.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain one.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Communication & Documentation
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to document production data accurately and follow best practices in record-keeping.
• Ability to relayimportant informationatshift changeovers and collaborate with various teams.
• Prior experience in food packaging or manufacturingpreferred.
• Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, and GMP standardspreferred.
• Experience with preventative maintenance or machine calibrationpreferred.

Calbee North America is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status or any other legally protected status.

72600 Lewis and Clark Dr, Boardman, OR 97818, USA