Seasoning Machine Operator-Weekday Day Shift

Utz Quality Foods, Inc; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, Inc in Kings Mountain, NC is expanding our team to add a Seasoning Machine Operator who will set up and operate seasoning equipment to meet product specifications. You'll monitor quality, perform preventative maintenance, handle allergen-sensitive products, follow safety protocols, and assist with training and scheduling to keep production moving smoothly.

We offer a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a culture committed to safety

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery and performing equipment maintenance.
• Familiar with lock-out/tag-out procedures and food safety protocols.
• Ability to monitor production quality and equipment performance.
• Capable of multitasking while maintaining efficiency.
• Able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Strong verbal and written communication to keep the team informed.
• Able to respond quickly to changes and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust seasoning equipment to meet product specifications.
• Monitor seasoning and troubleshoot equipment to ensure product quality.
• Perform preventative maintenance and assist with repairs to keep production moving.
• Handle sensitive seasoning products and allergens and follow safety protocols.
• Follow safety protocols and manage allergens.
• Assist with production schedules and communicate with team.
• Fill in for other operators and train new team members.
• Ensure areas and equipment are cleaned and sanitized.
• Suggest improvements for processes and production efficiency.

Skills

Machinery operation

Equipment maintenance

General tools

Food safety

Lock-out / tag-out

Quality monitoring

Multitasking

Heavy lifting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Allen wrenches

Screwdrivers

Job description

We've recently expanded our Kings Mountain, NC facility and are looking to grow our team! As a Seasoning Machine Operator, 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,

Rotating Schedule:

Week 1:Monday to Thursday, and Week 2: Monday to Wednesday 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM

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.

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.

• Must be self-motivated.
• Ability to respond to changes quickly and pay close attention to detail.
• Knowledge of safe operating practices involved in the use of lock-out/tag-out programs and food safety.
• Experience with general mechanic tools (Allen wrenches, screw drivers, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to operate production and data entry equipment.
• Must follow all personal and food safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Strong commitment to company values.
• Area may contain allergens