Weekend Pretzel Operator I — Growth & Benefits

Utz Quality Foods, LLC; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, LLC is hiring a Pretzel Operator I for the Weekend Day Shift in Hanover, PA. The role runs Friday to Sunday, 5:25 AM – 5:25 PM, supporting dough preparation, weighing, and process monitoring to ensure product quality.

The operator will maintain sanitation, log production data, and assist with equipment checks. This entry-level position requires three months of training, basic math/reading skills, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Requires basic math and reading skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Knowledge of product quality and basic operations acquired through three months of training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate pretzel dough mixers, ensuring dough quality and texture meet standards.
• Weigh raw pretzels every 30 minutes and record extruder speeds/pressure.
• Monitor ingredient stock and maintain a clean, sanitary work area.
• Identify and report mechanical issues and machinery wear to leadership.
• Log operation records and track inventory using handheld scanner.
• Substitute for other processing operators as needed.
• Follow safety protocols and communicate any safety concerns.
• Work proactively in a cross-functional team and communicate production information to other shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Math skills

Reading skills

Lifting heavy objects

Education

Three months of training

Job description

Utz Quality Foods, LLC is hiring a Pretzel Operator I for the Weekend Day Shift in Hanover, PA. The role runs Friday to Sunday, 5:25 AM – 5:25 PM, supporting dough preparation, weighing, and process monitoring to ensure product quality.

The operator will maintain sanitation, log production data, and assist with equipment checks. This entry-level position requires three months of training, basic math/reading skills, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.