Packaging Technician I – Food Processing

Simplot Company; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simplot Company is seeking a Packaging Operator to manage operation, sanitation, troubleshooting and repair of packaging equipment from the distribution deck to the track. This role includes covering vacancies, and training staff to meet packaging goals and customer quality expectations.

Responsibilities include performing quality checks, changeovers, and equipment maintenance while ensuring a food-safe, compliant production environment.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate qualification through a job skill evaluation.
• Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in a manner to successfully perform the job duties.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must have manual dexterity in both hands.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, quality, food safety, sanitation and GMPs.
• Provide troubleshooting, repair and support on packaging equipment and supporting systems.
• Operate and monitor equipment within the assigned area.
• Observe and diagnose malfunctions and determine need for adjustments or repairs.
• Perform required quality checks and sampling.
• Perform changeovers on all packaging equipment.
• Create work orders for equipment needing work during downtime or issues.
• Assist in training other plant personnel.

Skills

Reading & comprehension

Basic computer skills

Manual dexterity

Confined space work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certificate

Job description

The Simplot Company is seeking a Packaging Operator to manage operation, sanitation, troubleshooting and repair of packaging equipment from the distribution deck to the track. This role includes covering vacancies, and training staff to meet packaging goals and customer quality expectations.

Responsibilities include performing quality checks, changeovers, and equipment maintenance while ensuring a food-safe, compliant production environment.