PMO - Packaging Machine Operator- 2nd shift

UTZ Brands, Inc; Hanover Township (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer 401k match

Profit sharing

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

UTZ Brands, Inc. in Wilkes-Barre, PA is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator for the 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 2:30pm–11pm). The role supports production by operating packaging machines, ensuring proper line setup, and printing accurate codes and prices on bags and cases.

The successful candidate will handle film rolls, adjust seals, monitor product weights, and perform daily checks. Join a team focused on quality, food safety, and efficient production with competitive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and operates packaging machines and equipment including printers and conveyors.
• Ensures proper packaging line setup and calibration.
• Conducts daily operator checklist at shift change and startup.
• Monitors bag weights, seals, codes, and prices for accurate packaging.
• Loads film rolls and supplies, and handles lifting tasks safely.
• Maintains quality and food safety responsibilities for the position.
• Completes end-of-day production reports and monitors scanning for errors.

Job description

PMO - Packaging Machine Operator- 2nd shift

#6918

Job Description

Are you seeking a rewarding and respectful career; backed by a team of manufacturing professionals with a shared goal to help you succeed? If so, it's time to consider a career with Utz Quality Foods!

We are currently seeking a Packaging Machine Operator to work from our manufacturing facility located in Wilkes Barre, PA.The Packaging Machine Operator assists as back up in all the production processes and positions by supporting the production areas including Operating equipment, sanitation, stocking of inventory, and acting in back up roles as assigned.

This position is scheduled to work Mon-Fri 2:30pm- 11pm

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and operates packaging machines and equipment include, printers, labelers, and conveyors.
• Responsible for proper packaging line set up.
• Perform Daily Operator checklist at shift change and startup
• Verifies proper operations and operating scales on packaging machines.
• Loads rolls of film on skid for product run and puts away at end of shift.
• Lifts fill rolls (up to 60 pounds) on to packing machine.
• Lifts formers (up to 40 pounds) on to packaging machine.
• Uses printers to ensure proper codes and prices are printed on bags, labels and cases.
• Uses proper former and adjusts temperature to have a proper seal on all packages.
• Selects correct program for Yamato Scale and TNA bag maker for scheduled SKUs.
• Programs, troubleshoots and adjusts on scale and bag marker to ensure consistent feed for good bag weights.
• Continuously monitors package for the following hourly: correct item weight, proper seal of package, bag integrity, proper code date and correct price. Records film usage data and calculate film waste percentage.
• Operates shaker system to ensure product delivery to the correct machine.
• Uses Lock Out Tag Out as required to always ensure safe operations.
• Works harmoniously with others in a team atmosphere.
• Completes all bag percentage reports and records end of day production. Check scanning errors and corrects.
• Responsible for quality and food safety tasks for their position.

External Recruitment Process

• Easy Application (5 mins): Introduce yourself and answer a few key questions to get started.
• Engaging Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Share your experiences in an online chat, highlighting how your values align with ours.
• Live Interview: Selected candidates will meet with the hiring manager to explore their alignment with the team and overall Utz company culture.

Continuously Pursuing Excellence!

Here at Utz, we have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from high quality ingredients. After over a century with a strong family heritage, our diverse portfolio of brands includes Utz, Zapp's, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. Our associates are the reason for the success of this company, so it is important we provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We also help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our full-time benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer match 401k, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more. Join our world class team and help us become the fastest growing pure-play U.S. snacking company of scale!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Location(s)

200 STEWART RD., HANOVER TOWNSHIP , Pennsylvania 18706 , United States

As part of our obligations, we have developed an affirmative Action Plan for Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans, as specified by law. This AAP is available for inspection by applicants and our employees in the Human Resources Office during normal business hours.