Lead Packer- BTH Team C
Dieffenbach s Potato Chips•Bethel, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
This role is the frontline captain of packing operations, ensuring snacks move smoothly from the kettle room through film splicing and coaching the packing crew. The work touches every chip bag sent out. The position is part of Team C, working Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6:50 am to 7:00 pm, with packing leads potentially starting a few minutes earlier. The company emphasizes a people-first culture, teamwork, communication, continuous improvement, and a positive work environment.
Requirements
- A team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
- Leadership experience or a desire to grow into a leadership role
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on your feet for a 12-hour shift
- Willingness to work in hot, loud, and occasionally wet conditions
Nice To Haves
- Prior food manufacturing or packing line experience
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
- Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and food safety best practices
Responsibilities
- Monitor and operate packaging equipment, including weights, sealing, film splicing, and date coding
- Support the team to meet quality, safety, and productivity goals
- Engage across shifts to promote a consistent, collaborative, and positive work environment
- Lead by example by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area
- Perform metal detector checks, adjust machines, and ensure proper product flow and scale accuracy
- Change film rolls and formers as needed; troubleshoot minor equipment issues
- Ensure correct packing according to customer specifications (seals, weights, date codes, labels, etc.)
- Monitor and adjust seasoning levels for quality and consistency
- Inspect and hand-pack product at line speed with attention to detail
- Handle product rework and repacking tasks as necessary
- Use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment as trained
- Keep accurate documentation and complete logs on quality checks, production data, and inspections
- Communicate clearly and professionally with team members and supervisors
- Clean and sanitize production equipment and work areas per food safety standards
- Provide lunch and break coverage to team members
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
Benefits
- http://dieffenbachs.com/benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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