Packaging Line Equipment Operator

Ya Ya Foods USA • Ogden, UT

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About The Position

The Packaging Line Equipment Operator operates, monitors, and maintains packaging machinery on a production line in a food manufacturing environment. The role helps keep equipment and supplies ready for production, supports safe and sanitary operations, completes required production paperwork, and follows company policies and management systems.

Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform light lifting of up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to learn to operate multiple pieces of equipment and use basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to work and communicate well with others.
• Ability to read, write, and speak clearly in English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a machine operator in food manufacturing or product manufacturing.
• Good knowledge of HACCP; training will be provided otherwise.

Responsibilities

• Monitor packaging line equipment, including straw applicators, shrink wrappers, case sealers, palletizers, and bar and date coding machines.
• Ensure production supplies, such as straws and glue, are stocked and replenished.
• Manually load trays of finished products onto pallets and prepare stock for palletizing.
• Check conveyors before production to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Inspect operating equipment for obstructions and resolve them to resume operations.
• Alert the mechanic when equipment malfunctions and work with them to correct the problem.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and sanitary by following proper cleaning procedures.
• Perform work safely and efficiently.
• Accurately complete paperwork, including start-up and cleaning checklists, downtime sheets, and quality check sheets.
• Comply with the Company's Integrated Management Systems, including requirements for production, quality, food safety, and GMP.
• Comply with rules and policies related to health, occupational and environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, and company requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage from day one.
• Dental coverage from day one.
• Vision coverage from day one.
• Competitive compensation.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Inclusive and collaborative company culture.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and innovation in beverage manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

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