Packaging Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Utz Quality Foods-posted 3 days ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Algona, WA
1,001-5,000 employees
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Utz Quality Foods is looking to grow our loyal, career driven, and customer focused team, and are currently recruiting for a Packaging Machine Operator to join our team of manufacturing professionals in Algona, WA. The Packaging Machine Operator will work in conjunction with all Supervisors to support the production efforts of the Algona Plant on their assigned shift including production, quality, packaging, training and ensuring the plant environment meets food safety cleanliness objectives, and operates according to established safety standards.  The position will be required to work on 1st Shift, Monday thru Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm; with some Saturdays as needed.

  • Responsible for efficient operation of packaging machines ensuring proper weight, spicing, sealing and code date of finished product.
  • Inspects equipment daily to be sure it is clean and sanitary.
  • Checks metal detectors as instructed.
  • Conducts changeovers, replacing packaging film as needed.
  • Coordinates proper spicing with correct packaging film.
  • Checks code dates for accuracy every 15 minutes.
  • Inspects bag seams making sure seals are strong.
  • Works with quality control to ensure standards are good; keeps applicable records.
  • Maintains efficient operation of equipment.
  • Troubleshoots and proactively solves potential problems with equipment.
  • Communicates with all production associates to ensure positive flow of production and accomplish goals of the packaging schedule.
  • Sanitation duties
  • Minimum two years' experience in operating food processing equipment.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Thorough knowledge of machinery and sound mechanical ability.
  • Ability to use production computer program.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
  • Ability to be an independent thinker and make good decisions.
  • Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment under constant pressure of production line environment.
  • Must be able to lift rolls of film weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis during the shift.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, additional life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with match
  • Six Paid Holidays per calendar year
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation and FLEX PTO on an accrual rate)
  • Paid Sick Leave in accordance with WA state law
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