Production Utility II - Back-Up Operator & Inventory

Cutfootsiouxinn; Kings Mountain, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401k match

Profit sharing

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods seeks a dedicated Utility II for our Kings Mountain, NC facility. This role supports production, operates equipment, and assists with sanitation and inventory processes.

You will cover other utilities and operators as needed and help move materials with forklifts or pallet jacks. The position requires learning operator tasks within ~3 months, previous food experience, ability to lift up to 70 lbs, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Previous food experience including operating fryers or packaging equipment.
• Ability to multi-task and learn operator roles over a 3-month onboarding period.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs and operate basic hand tools.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Support production areas including operating equipment, sanitation, and inventory stocking.
• Cover for other utilities and operators as needed.
• Move materials using forklifts or pallet jacks to support production needs.
• Ensure accurate consumption of materials from production to Inventory.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and follow food safety rules.

Skills

Forklift operation

Multi-tasking

Written & oral communication

Basic math skills

Team oriented

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Utz Quality Foods seeks a dedicated Utility II for our Kings Mountain, NC facility. This role supports production, operates equipment, and assists with sanitation and inventory processes.

You will cover other utilities and operators as needed and help move materials with forklifts or pallet jacks. The position requires learning operator tasks within ~3 months, previous food experience, ability to lift up to 70 lbs, and strong written and verbal communication.