Packaging Line Operator

Parallel Employment•New Berlin, WI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for operating and maintaining packaging equipment to ensure product quality and production efficiency. The operator will perform quality checks, maintain documentation, and adhere to all food safety and sanitation standards. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of food manufacturing experience, and the ability to perform physical tasks associated with the role.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
1+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with understanding/knowledge of food-safety and quality programs, including GMPs, handwashing, allergen controls, sanitation, and cross-contamination prevention
Ability to perform basic shop math
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
Ability to work in an environment with food allergens, dry powder, dust, and wet conditions
Ability to work overtime and weekends as required by production or business needs
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10 hours in a shift)
Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to safely work from a mezzanine workstation or scissor lift up to 20 feet high
Frequent use of hands to operate controls, tools, equipment, and packaging materials
Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and balancing
Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle and operate tools, equipment and packaging materials

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and maintain packaging equipment and related machinery (fillers, sealers, x-ray systems, metal detectors, scales, coders, etc.)
Make equipment adjustments as needed to ensure products and packaging meet required specifications
Perform consistent, accurate quality checks (visual bag inspections, seal-integrity checks, coding verification, weight checks) throughout production
Complete Master Manufacturing Records (MMRs), production records, and quality documentation in real time following Good Documentation Practices
Continuously monitor equipment and product flow to identify and address faults, errors, or slowdowns
Act quickly to identify and address equipment issues or slowdowns
Report any/all production concerns to Production Supervisor or Lead promptly for resolution
Follow all food-safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety procedures, and sanitation standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
Support team operations through overtime or weekend work when needed
Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership