Seasoning Machine Operator - Weekend Day

Utz Quality Foods, Inc; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) match and profit-sharing

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, Inc is seeking dependable individuals for the role of Seasoning Machine Operators on the Weekend Day Shift. This position offers a stable career with a consistent schedule from Friday to Sunday, ensuring product quality in a team-centric environment.

Responsibilities include operating seasoning equipment, monitoring product quality, and adhering to food safety standards. The role also emphasizes career growth and comprehensive benefits including medical plans and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Read and understand English instructions.
• Ability to work from elevated surfaces.
• Prior machine operating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor seasoning equipment.
• Inspect and taste chips for seasoning levels.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Job description

Utz Quality Foods is growing and we want you to grow with us! We're looking for dependable and motivated individuals to join our team as Seasoning Machine Operators on our Weekend Day Shift. This is a great opportunity to build a career with a stable, well‑known brand while enjoying a consistent 3-day schedule: Friday to Sunday 5:55 AM‑5:55 PM.

We offer career growth, a team‑focused culture, and a comprehensive compensation & benefits package, including a free in‑house medical clinic for full‑time employees and their dependents, a 24/7 onsite gym, and other health and wellness resources.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor seasoning equipment to ensure product quality
• Inspect and taste chips to confirm proper seasoning levels
• Adjust seasoning flow rates as needed
• Assemble and tear down seasoning equipment at the start and end of production runs
• Track seasoning usage and maintain accurate daily records in our D365 system
• Safely move skids, boxes, and tubs of product using tow motors and ladders
• Follow allergen and food safety requirements; complete necessary documentation
• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks to keep equipment and work areas safe and ready for production
• Work as part of a cross‑functional team to keep operations running smoothly
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to read and understand English instructions and communicate effectively with team members and maintenance staff
• General knowledge of cleaning food‑handling equipment (training provided)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work from elevated surfaces when required
• Comfort working with cleaning chemicals, water, and hoses while wearing all required PPE
• Strong attention to detail when working with machinery and following food safety requirements
• Basic computer skills to enter data in D365 or other systems (training provided)
• Prior machine operating experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employer match 401(k) and profit‑sharing plan
• Employee stock purchase plan and other benefits

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.