Packaging Operator - Night Shift

Darigold; Lynden (WA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Pension contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Premium pay for off shifts

Job summary

Darigold is seeking a Packaging Operator for our Lynden, Washington plant. This full-time hourly union role requires willingness to work multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays, in a 24/7 production environment.

The operator will run a 25kg filler, tote filler, and forklift, following SOPs and GMPs, while maintaining accurate documentation and safe practices. Prior food manufacturing and forklift experience are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food processing/manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience driving and operating forklifts preferred.
• Capable of heavy lifting up to 56 pounds.
• Able to work with others to achieve team goals.
• Available to work multiple shifts in a 24/7 environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 25kg filler, tote filler and forklift in line with SOPs and GMPs.
• Work independently and safely in a fast-paced setting.
• Perform multiple repetitive tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Maintain legible, accurate documentation.
• May be assigned to other areas on project needs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Documentation

Team collaboration

Heavy lifting

Job description

Darigold is seeking a motivated Packaging Operator to join the team at our Lynden Washington plant. As a member of the Operations team, the Production Operator should possess the desire and ability to contribute to the success of the plant. Our plants create nutritious products 24/7, 365 days a year - availability to work multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays is a must! This is a full-time hourly union position.

What You Will Do

• Operation of a 25kg filler, tote filler and forklift operation, in accordance with Darigold standard operating procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, and all regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently and safely without direct supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to complete multiple repetitive tasks with attention to detail and must be committed to accuracy and quality.
• Ability to maintain legible, accurate documentation.
• May be assigned on projects in other areas when needed.

What You Will Bring

• Experience working in a food processing/manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience driving and operating forklifts strongly preferred.
• Must be capable of heavy lifting (up to 56 pounds).
• Ability to work with others to achieve team goals.
• Ability to maintain high attendance standards and be trusted with a high level of responsibility.
• Available to work multiple shifts in a 24/7 environment.
• Able to work all shifts, weekends and holidays.

Benefits Of Working At Darigold

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:

Specific contract per location:

• Health and Wellness benefits
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pay rate: $23.38-$29.23/hour depending on skills and experience
• Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable)

Our Commitment To Diversity

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.