Seasoning Machine Operator-2nd Shift

Utz Quality Foods, LLC; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Employer match 401k

Profit sharing plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, LLC in Kings Mountain, NC is expanding our facility and seeking a Seasoning Machine Operator for the 2nd shift (Mon-Fri 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM). You will help ensure our products are seasoned to perfection in a modern, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include operating and adjusting seasoning equipment, monitoring quality, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and assisting with repairs to keep production moving.

Qualifications

• Experience operating seasoning machinery and maintaining equipment.
• Familiarity with food safety protocols and lock-out/tag-out.
• Ability to monitor production quality and troubleshoot equipment.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks with efficiency.
• Able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust seasoning equipment to meet product specifications.
• Monitor seasoning quality and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and assist with repairs to keep production moving.
• Handle sensitive seasoning products carefully and follow safety protocols.
• Follow safety protocols for allergens and overall workplace safety.
• Assist with production schedules and communicate with team members.
• Fill in for other operators and train new team members when required.
• Ensure equipment and areas are cleaned and sanitized per standards.
• Suggest process improvements to boost production efficiency.

Skills

Machinery operation

Preventive maintenance

Food safety

Lockout/Tagout

Multitasking

Communication

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Job Description

We’ve recently expanded our Kings Mountain, NC facility and are looking to grow our team! As a Seasoning Machine Operator for 2nd Shift (Monday-Friday 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), you’ll help ensure our products are seasoned to perfection while working in a modern, fast-paced environment. If you're looking to be part of a growing company with great opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and adjust seasoning equipment to meet product specifications.


• Ensure product quality by monitoring seasoning and troubleshooting equipment.


• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and assist with repairs to keep production moving smoothly.


• Handle sensitive seasoning products (including allergens) carefully and follow all safety protocols to maintain a zero-accident culture.


• Follow safety protocols, including handling sensitive ingredients and allergens.


• Assist with production schedules, communicate with team members, and ensure smooth operations.


• Fill in for other operators when necessary and assist with training new team members as needed.


• Ensure that all areas and equipment are cleaned and sanitized according to company standards and procedures.


• Suggest improvements for processes and production efficiency.

Requirements:

• Experience operating machinery, performing equipment maintenance, and using general mechanical tools (like Allen wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.)


• Familiarity with food safety protocols and lock-out/tag-out procedures.


• Ability to carefully monitor and inspect equipment and production to meet quality standards.


• Able to handle several tasks simultaneously while staying efficient and focused.


• Able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. as part of regular duties.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills to keep the team well-informed and operations running smoothly.


• Quick thinker who can respond to changes and resolve issues as they arise.

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, o ur 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)

undefined

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.