Packaging Specialist: Fast-Paced Food Packaging Pro

Dutchman Hospitality Group; Indiana, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Essenhaus Foods in Middlebury, IN is seeking a Packaging Specialist to manage final packaging steps, case packing, palletizing, and shipment prep.

The role requires diligent, detail-oriented work in a fast-paced environment, with emphasis on safety, quality, and cleanliness on the manufacturing floor. No advanced degree required; prior packaging experience is a plus, and the schedule runs Monday–Thursday with occasional Fridays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing or packaging is a plus.
• Ability to stand, lift, and move up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect finished bags for quality, seal integrity, and labeling.
• Package into cases according to case count standards.
• Stack cases on pallets following pallet patterns.
• Wrap pallets securely with pallet wrapping equipment.
• Record daily scrap and damaged product.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area daily.
• Assist with line changeovers, start-up, and shutdown.
• Communicate equipment issues or material shortages to leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality inspection

Lift up to 50 lbs

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Essenhaus Foods in Middlebury, IN is seeking a Packaging Specialist to manage final packaging steps, case packing, palletizing, and shipment prep.

The role requires diligent, detail-oriented work in a fast-paced environment, with emphasis on safety, quality, and cleanliness on the manufacturing floor. No advanced degree required; prior packaging experience is a plus, and the schedule runs Monday–Thursday with occasional Fridays.