Packaging Technician

Paycom - ATS; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamance Foods Inc. is seeking a Packaging Technician with 1–3 years of experience in Operations or Engineering/Maintenance.

The role involves operating packaging machinery, troubleshooting during trials, and coordinating with R&D, Quality, and Sales to advance packaging tests for new solutions. You will summarize line observations, assess product qualification using metrics like OEE and MTBF, and report issues or opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1–3 years of experience in the Operations or Engineering/Maintenance sector preferred.
• Experience with packaging machinery is a must.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and communicate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machines (e.g., sleever, casepacker, crimper) during trials and record optimal configurations.
• Summarize line observations and assess product qualification using metrics (OEE, MTBF, etc.).
• Troubleshoot machines when down and coordinate with Operations, R&D, Quality, and Sales for trials.
• Report issues or improvement opportunities identified during line observations.

Skills

Packaging machine operation

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Company BackgroundAlamance Foods Inc. is a leading supplier of whipped dairy products in the United States, we produce, pack and ship private labels based off customer specific needs. An innovative company with proven experience in creating exciting new products that redefine what is possible in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.Position OpportunityWe are seeking a Packaging Technician with 1-3 years of experience in the Operations or Engineering/Maintenance sector. The ideal candidate will be able to operate machines related to packaging, troubleshoot the machine, and coordinate with other departments to help accomplish the packaging testing for new solutions.Essential Duties/ResponsibilitiesEngage in and inspect CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation) process and ensure that the new packaging is eligible for mass productionOperate machines related to packaging (e.g. tripack sleever, casepacker, crimper, …) during trials for new solutions and record the optimal configurationSummarize line observation data, assess whether tested products are qualified from Operations perspective using metrics including OEE, MTBF, …, and contribute to root cause analysisTroubleshoot the machines in the trial when machines are downCoordinate with Operations, R&D, Quality, or Sales to push forward packaging trials when neededReport on any issues or areas of improvement during line observationsDeal with ad-hoc requests from engineering/maintenance departmentEducation:High school diploma requiredRelated Experience:At least 1-3 years of experience in the Operations or Engineering/Maintenance sector required, internal applicants with a passion for packaging strongly encouragedKnowledge/Skills:Highly familiar with machine operations, especially packaging related onesBilingual in English and Spanish is a plusCapable of working flexible hours according to the needsDecent understanding of testing methods and evaluation metricsExcellent communication skills for working with cross-functional teamsKnowledge of packaging automation, machinery, and manufacturing processesStrong problem-solving and time management skillsWillingness and passion to learn new thingsAbility to work both independently and in a team-oriented environmentBasic Microsoft Office skills needed (Excel, Word, …)Travel Requirements:Travel between sites requiredPhysical Requirements:StandingWalkingSittingUse of hands, fingersReaching with hands and armsLiftingClimb and balanceStoop, kneel, crouch or crawlTalk and hearDistance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)Alamance Foods Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons because of age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, ethnic or national origin, or veteran status. Alamance Foods Inc. prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.Employment Eligibility: Alamance Foods Inc. participates in the federal E-Verify program. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Form I-9 and verification of authorization to work in the United States.