Production Worker

Huhtamaki Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainable packaging solutions! This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic production environment, where you'll operate machinery and contribute to the mission of protecting food and the planet. With immediate openings for General Laborers and Machine Operators, you'll be part of a team that values safety, efficiency, and innovation. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the skills to thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a machine operator preferred.
• Proficient in operating automated machinery.

Responsibilities

• Safely set up and adjust production machines.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Machine Operation

Safety Procedures

Problem-Solving

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational Training

A.A.S. Degree in Technical Field

Job description

time left to apply End Date: May 30, 2025 (22 days left to apply)

job requisition id R039656

Inspired to grow with your experience, learn and share with new colleagues?

Huhtamaki is a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions for consumers around the world, enabling wellbeing and convenience. Our innovative products protect on-the-go and on-the-shelf food and beverages, ensuring hygiene and safety, and help prevent food waste.

We are committed to protecting food, people, and the planet and are looking for passionate professionals to join our team to help achieve our 2030 Strategy. We value colleagues who Care, Dare, and Deliver.

Huhtamaki specializes in packaging for food and drink, dedicated to making consumer experiences enjoyable, consistent, and safe. Our purpose is to help great products reach more people, more easily. We have immediate openings in our Production and Warehouse Departments for General Laborers and Machine Operators at our Fulton, New York facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely and efficiently set up, start up, adjust, and shut down production machines.
• Stand and walk around production equipment; frequently bend, stoop, reach, twist, and lift cases of finished product up to 50 lbs.
• Maintain good eye/hand coordination and ability to recognize colors.
• Work in ambient temperatures inside the building.
• Operate in a fast-paced production environment and troubleshoot minor machine issues.
• Follow safety procedures, standard operating procedures, and perform cleaning, sweeping, packing, palletizing, painting, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older at the time of hire.
• High school diploma/GED preferred; related education such as National Work Readiness Certificate, BOCES, Vocational Training, or an A.A.S. degree in a technical field is preferred.
• 1-3 years of machine operator experience preferred.
• Proficient computer skills and experience with automated machinery.
• Industrial experience in trades like millwright, electrician, or related manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Active or former military service is also considered.

Multiple job vacancies offering $18.56 to $21.95 per hour depending on the role.

Application deadlines:

• June 27, 2025 (30+ days remaining)
• May 30, 2025 (22 days remaining)

About Us

Help us protect food, people, and the planet

We’re on a mission to be the first choice in sustainable packaging solutions. We need talented people like you to make that happen.

As we grow, new roles and opportunities are opening up, making this an exciting time to join us.

We promise a supportive environment where you can feel safe, make an impact, and focus on the future. If that sounds like your kind of place, apply today!