Plant Technician - Packing

B&G Foods Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,802 - 49,008; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

B&G Foods Inc. is hiring a Plant Technician for packing and process at the Cincinnati plant. The role requires mechanical, electrical, or design‑oriented training and a willingness to work 8 or 12 hour shifts, five to seven days per week, with strong teamwork.

Responsibilities include operating high-speed equipment, handling materials, troubleshooting, data analysis, and following GMP and safety protocols. Benefits include 401(k) match, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (minimum).
• One year of technical education/training beyond high school (Mechanical, Shop, Electrical, etc.).
• Completed four-year college degree.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed production equipment including packing and process systems.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift, electric pallet jack, hand trucks).
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and data analysis; input data and communicate via email.
• Maintain safe work practices and a clean GMP-based work area; participate in safety audits.
• Maintain records, understand machine components, and work with team on shift rotations and leadership.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

One year technical education/training beyond high school

Completed four-year college degree

Job description

Plant Technician – Packing and Process

Cincinnati - Plant

Minimum Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Citizen or Work Visa
• Minimum age of 18
• Two years of technical work experience
• One year continued technical education/training beyond high school (Mechanical, Shop, Electrical, Computer, Design, Architect, etc.)
• Completed four‑year college degree

Salary

• Entry level $22.02–$23.60/hour with opportunity to earn $37.68/hour plus shift premium.
• Competitive benefits including 401(k) match, paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate high‑speed making, packing and other production related equipment or operate as a refinery or deodorizer technician in the process department.
• Operate essential material handling equipment (forklift, electric pallet jack, and hand trucks).
• Perform necessary physical activity for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting equipment, including:
  • Climbing stairs and ladders, standing on, and moving around on platforms, equipment and concrete floors.
  • Twist or bend at the knees and back.
  • Lift objects up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
  • Stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time.
  • Use basic hand tools and power tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, drills, grinders, etc.
  • Troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on basic equipment components.
  • Develop and analyze data using basic skills in math and statistics.
  • Operate a computer to input data, review data, and communicate via email.
  • Make personal safety and safe operation a priority, including:
    • Using required personal protective equipment.
    • Following all safe practices.
    • Using and understanding the various visual and audible alarms and signals for equipment startup, evacuations, fires, etc.
    • Participating in monthly safety audits.
• Maintain a clean work area and utilize Good Manufacturing Practices by following all quality specifications and performing quality inspections.
• Keep and maintain accurate records and data.
• Know and use terminology and functions of machine components.
• Maintain a good attendance record (no absences during probationary period).
• Read and comprehend high school level material as well as technical training materials on various equipment operations.
• Work the same schedule as a team either rotating or straight shifts that are 8 or 12 hours in duration and 5 to 7 days per week.
• Work consistently with a team and demonstrate effective leadership and team skills including but not limited to:
  • Conflict resolution.
  • Problem solving (Analytical Troubleshooting processes).
  • Communications (effective listening, giving and receiving feedback).
  • Time Management.
  • Goal Setting.
  • Priority Setting.
  • Process improvement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please see www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.