Packaging Technician - Food & Beverage (PLC & Forklift)

Didion; Cambria (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Didion Milling in Cambria, WI is seeking a Food Packaging Operations Technician to launch the line, verify PLC settings, and prepare materials with hand tools for safe, efficient production.

You will monitor quality to FDA and CGMP standards, document runs, operate a forklift to move pallets, and support light assembly to maintain throughput. Join a team focused on continuous improvement and owner ship of your area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift experience and basic computer literacy are required.
• Background in food manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to work independently with critical thinking and problem solving.
• Ownership mindset, teamwork, and initiative are valued.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust packaging machinery and PLC-controlled systems to maintain steady production.
• Prepare and assemble packaging components using hand tools and mechanical know-how.
• Monitor line performance and product quality to meet FDA and CGMP requirements.
• Inspect packaged goods for defects and verify coding/labeling.
• Complete logs, checklists, and reports with accuracy and timeliness.
• Use forklift and warehouse skills to move materials and manage inventory safely.
• Assist with assembly tasks supporting packaging operations as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Quality monitoring

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

PLC-controlled equipment

Hand tools

Log/records software

Job description

Didion Milling in Cambria, WI is seeking a Food Packaging Operations Technician to launch the line, verify PLC settings, and prepare materials with hand tools for safe, efficient production.

You will monitor quality to FDA and CGMP standards, document runs, operate a forklift to move pallets, and support light assembly to maintain throughput. Join a team focused on continuous improvement and owner ship of your area.