Fryer Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Utz Brands • Kings Mountain, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Utz Quality Foods is seeking a Fryer Machine Operator for its Kings Mountain, North Carolina facility. The operator runs and adjusts fryer equipment to meet production goals, monitors production and equipment to ensure product quality, and performs basic maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. The role works with a production team to meet safety, quality, and production standards, maintains a clean work area, follows safety and food-safety procedures, and handles data entry and team communications. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. The position requires standing most of the time, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 70 pounds, and working in or around consistently hot equipment and environments.

Requirements

• Ability to operate production and data-entry equipment.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks and use hand tools such as Allen wrenches and screwdrivers.
• Knowledge of safe operating practices, including lock-out/tag-out programs and food safety.
• Ability to work in or around consistently hot equipment and environments.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to stand most of the time.
• Strong multitasking skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing and work well with others; team-oriented.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong commitment to company values.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of food manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Bilingual ability is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust fryer equipment to meet production goals.
• Perform maintenance and basic repairs on machinery.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Inspect equipment and monitor production to ensure high-quality products.
• Collaborate with the team to meet safety, quality, and production standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow safety and food-safety protocols.
• Handle data entry and communicate updates to the team.
• Follow personal and food safety rules, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer-matched 401(k).
• Profit-sharing plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Additional benefits, resources, and programs to support associates' health and well-being.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed