Production Operator

pladis Foods Limited; Mohnton (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an ambitious and fast-growing global biscuits and confectionery business that values quality and innovation. As part of the Flipz team, you will play a crucial role in the production of chocolate-covered pretzels, a beloved brand recognized worldwide. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. If you are passionate about making a difference and bringing happiness to consumers, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Quarterly Bonus Program

401k Match

Health Insurance Plans

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Internal Training Opportunities

Performance Merit Increases

Overtime Opportunities

Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account

Qualifications

• 1+ year of manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to pass fork truck certification program.

Responsibilities

• Recommend improvements and report safety issues.
• Perform all Packaging Operator duties as needed.
• Monitor productivity and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Fork Truck Certification

Understanding Customer Specifications

Job description

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact.

Come join the Flipz team!

Flipz chocolate covered pretzels have been produced locally in Mohnton, PA for over 15 years! Flipz has grown into an iconic brand, loved and recognized across the globe. Join our Flipz Family in “bringing happiness to the world with every bite”!

Summary:

We have openings for Packaging Operators and Processing Operators:

Packaging Operators: In support of the packing area, you are responsible to achieve standards and be certified for all activities associated with at least two bagging machines (A & C/D) and sanitation wash-down. Able to handle routine duties and complex duties associated with set-up, operations, changeovers, assembly/ disassembly, cleaning and safety on your own. Performs all production operator support and/or Packaging Operator job duties as required.

Processing Operators: In support of the Enrobing and Bakery departments, you are responsible to achieve standards and be certified for all activities associated with at least two Enrobing Lines and sanitation wash-down or at least two Bakery skills and sanitation washdown. Able to handle routine duties and complex duties associated with set-up, operations, changeovers, assembly/ disassembly, cleaning and safety on your own. Performs all processing operator support and/or Enrobing Operator job duties as required.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recommend suggestions for improvement.
2. Use sound judgement in authority to shutdown line and immediately report safety, food safety, maintenance, production and quality problems to the supervisor.
3. Perform all Packaging Operator job duties as needed.
4. Read, understand and follow all customer specifications.
5. Manage limited supervision and handle routine and complex duties including assembly/ disassembly, metal detection and/or changeovers independently.
6. Ensure all food quality and quality requirements are met by the team including date codes.
7. Assist in training new or current team members effectively.
8. Monitor and track productivity/quality and look for opportunities to maximize line effectiveness.
9. Monitor and control weights of products.
10. Complete all paperwork associated with consumptions and GMP rules and regulations.
11. Follow and ensure that all team members adhere to all safety and GMP rules and regulations.
12. Assist in all positions/jobs involved in the line(s) as needed or directed by management.
13. Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills & Experience:

1. 1 year of manufacturing experience.
2. Ability to pass a fork truck certification program.
3. Ability to read and understand customer specifications.

We Offer:

1. Quarterly Bonus Program based on performance and attendance.
2. Performance is reviewed annually to determine merit increases.
3. Internal training and promotion opportunities to develop skills and increase earnings.
4. Frequent opportunities for additional overtime.
5. Eligible for benefits after 60 days.
6. Three choices for health insurance plans, including employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
7. 401k Match after 90 days.
8. Paid Vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick time.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

About Us

pladis is one of the world’s fastest growing snacking companies and home to much loved brands including McVitie’s, GODIVA and Ülker. pladis also owns regional brands Jacob’s, Go Ahead, Flipz, Turtles, BN, Verkade and many more products across sweet and savoury biscuits, wafer, cake and chocolate.

Formed in 2016, pladis is the proud steward of over 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience. The expertise of our 16,000-strong global workforce spans 27 bakeries across 11 countries and is united by our purpose: to ‘bring happiness with every bite’.

As a responsible business delivering the highest quality products and exceptional service, pladis’ products have the potential to reach more than four billion people across the world.