Weekend Packaging Operator

North Freeze Dry • Little Falls, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Weekend Packaging Operator operates packaging processes and machinery according to operational manuals, production plans, and quality criteria. The role is responsible for the efficiency and quality of the packaging line, including loading recipes, operating packaging equipment, managing in-process materials through the ERP system, and completing accurate shift paperwork. The operator follows food safety, quality, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures, maintains a clean work area, and supports other lines and process functions as needed.

The position is based in a plant manufacturing environment and involves operating machinery and forklifts, working around noise, airborne particles, hazardous materials or fumes, temperature changes, and potentially confined or elevated spaces. Employees may need to use personal protective equipment and hearing protection. The schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; extended seasonal hours and overtime may be required. Candidates receiving a written offer must pass a background check.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Ability to follow food safety, quality, and workplace safety procedures and requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Forklift certification and experience, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Mechanical inclination and motivation to continually grow and develop in the role.
• Ability to adapt to and accommodate change.
• Ability to tolerate extended seasonal hours and maintain alertness to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of work experience in a manufacturing or production facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce the required quantity of batched recipes within established specifications and tolerances and according to the production plan.
• Inspect dry ingredients, other raw materials, and in-process materials for compliance with function, quality, and recipe specifications.
• Maintain logs and records of units produced, including errors resulting in rejected or discarded materials.
• Perform pre-operational equipment checks, preventive maintenance tasks, and process inspections.
• Perform quality and sanitation functions according to the Quality Program and Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Report maintenance and quality opportunities to shift supervisors and/or managers.
• Use the plant ERP system for inventory control, lot traceability, tracking, and moving in-process materials and products into and out of inventory.
• Operate and support the entire packaging line, including loading recipes and operating equipment such as combo unloading, conveyors/scales, transfer systems, baggers, case filling and labeling equipment, and palletization equipment.
• Complete shift paperwork accurately, clearly, and concisely.
• Maintain a clean, safe, orderly, food-safe, and sanitary work area.
• Support other lines and process functions as necessary and provide backup support for other roles.
• Operate a forklift as necessary.
• Promote the company's Vision, Mission, and Values and contribute to a positive, proactive team environment.
• Be available for scheduled or call-in/call-back overtime as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Benefits

• 401(k) program with company match up to 4% after 1,000 hours worked.
• Earn sick and safe time at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED