Packaging Technician

Alamance Foods Inc; New Jersey; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamance Foods Inc. is seeking a Packaging Technician with 1–3 years of experience to operate packaging lines, troubleshoot equipment, and coordinate with multiple departments on new solutions.

The role includes hands-on CQV activities, data-driven line observations, and collaboration with Operations, R&D, Quality, and Sales to drive packaging trials. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours and travel between sites, with a focus on achieving production readiness and continuous

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in Operations or Engineering/Maintenance required.
• Experience with packaging machines and QA testing preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machines (e.g., tripack sleever, casepacker, crimper) during trials and record optimal configurations.
• Support CQV process to ensure new packaging is production-ready.
• Summarize line data and assess product qualification using OEE, MTBF, and root-cause analysis.
• Troubleshoot machines when down during trials.
• Coordinate with Operations, R&D, Quality, and Sales to push packaging trials.
• Report issues or improvement areas during line observations.
• Handle ad-hoc requests from engineering/maintenance.

Skills

Packaging equipment

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Background

Alamance 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 Opportunity

We 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/Responsibilities

• Engage in and inspect CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation) process and ensure that the new packaging is eligible for mass production
• Operate machines related to packaging (e.g. tripack sleever, casepacker, crimper, ) during trials for new solutions and record the optimal configuration
• Summarize line observation data, assess whether tested products are qualified from Operations perspective using metrics including OEE, MTBF, , and contribute to root cause analysis
• Troubleshoot the machines in the trial when machines are down
• Coordinate with Operations, R&D, Quality, or Sales to push forward packaging trials when needed
• Report on any issues or areas of improvement during line observations
• Deal with ad-hoc requests from engineering/maintenance department

Qualifications

Education :

• High school diploma required

Related Experience :

• At least 1-3 years of experience in the Operations or Engineering/Maintenance sector required , internal applicants with a passion for packaging strongly encouraged

Knowledge/Skills :

• Highly familiar with machine operations , especially packaging related ones
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus
• Capable of working flexible hours according to the needs
• Decent understanding of testing methods and evaluation metrics
• Excellent communication skills for working with cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of packaging automation, machinery, and manufacturing processes
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills
• Willingness and passion to learn new things
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Basic Microsoft Office skills needed (Excel, Word, )

Travel Requirements :

• Travel between sites required

Physical Requirements:

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use of hands, fingers
• Reaching with hands and arms
• Lifting
• Climb and balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Talk and hear
• Distance 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.