Packaging Operator must have experience 2ND 3RD Shift

PFS Snacks Manufacturing; Broadview (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team. The role involves ensuring food quality and safety, following recipes, and operating packaging machines. Ideal candidates should be able to work flexible hours and lift up to 50 pounds. Benefits include healthcare coverage and a 401k plan.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision

401k Plan

Short term disability available

Paid holidays, vacation and paid sick leave

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand recipes.
• Ability to troubleshoot process-related issues.
• Must understand FDA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow recipes for dough mixing.
• Ensure food safety and quality standards.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

Skills

Communication

Mathematical skills

Ability to follow safety guidelines

Tools

Packaging Machines

Job description

Must have the ability to work in a safe manner, follow safety guidelines.

· Understand and follow Food Safety policies.

· Must be willing to work flexible schedules and work in other departments including weekends and holidays

· Ability to read and understand recipes.

· Ability to troubleshoot process related issues within the boundaries of the recipe

· Ability to use digital scales and have a working knowledge of scale functions.

· Ability to mix doughs according to recipe. Have a working knowledge of the mixer, using the time and batch recipe system

· Follow FIFO (First in First Out), Mix lot number and documentation accuracy.

· Clean & Refill ingredient bins and label the bins with the correct lot number.

· Ability to work in a standing position for entire shift and climb steps and ladders.

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.

· Monitors and assists with equipment upstream/downstream to ensure continuous operation.

· Ability to clean mixers, work areas properly during and after production runs or changeovers

· Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area

· Observe all plant safety, GMP and allergen procedures and attend appropriate training sessions

· Responsible for manufacturing, distributing and consistently maintaining safe and quality food by following good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense, HACCP and SQF requirements

· Responsible for immediately reporting all food safety and quality issues to your supervisor

· Follow supervisor’s directives and be able to support the shift team as needed

PREFERRED SKILLS

Must be able to communicate with others as well as management Must understand FDA guidelines and company policies.

Mathematical skills

Benefits:

· Healthcare coverage including medical, dental and vision

· 401k Plan

· Short term disability available

· Paid holidays, vacation and paid sick leave

EEO Statement

Pure’s is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and compensation. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a workplace where every individual is valued and respected.

You should be proficient in:

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Packaging Machines

Salary info:

$18 - $20 / hr