Packaging Technician I | 1st Shift | Wilmington, NC

FedUp Foods•Wilmington, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Packaging Technicians support beverage production by working across packaging-line positions and operating equipment to safely produce products that meet quality standards. The role includes equipment setup, breakdown, cleaning, inspection, and basic maintenance, as well as completing production paperwork and maintaining a clean workspace. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with the ability and willingness to work scheduled overtime, including some weekend shifts, and flexibility to meet operational demands. The technician follows company safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and observes the company's Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies. Food safety or quality concerns must be reported to the Quality Assurance Manager for investigation and corrective action. The position involves working in a crowded, noisy manufacturing environment with temperature extremes and frequent physical activity, including standing, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, twisting, and lifting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, write, and perform basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
Basic computer skills.
Keen attention to detail.
Awareness of safety precautions and hazards for oneself and others.
Ability to work positively with a team to achieve production goals.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
Willingness and ability to work scheduled overtime, including some weekend shifts.
Flexibility in work hours to meet operational demands.
Ability to work in a crowded, noisy manufacturing environment and navigate temperature extremes.
Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, stoop, twist, and lift throughout the workday; occasionally walk on uneven or slippery surfaces.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and maneuver heavy equipment or parts.

Nice To Haves

Forklift and pallet jack experience.

Responsibilities

Follow company safety policies and procedures; inspect packaging equipment and work areas, report hazards or incidents, and participate in safety training.
Complete required production paperwork according to good documentation practices.
Assist with setup, breakdown, and cleaning of packaging lines.
Operate plant equipment, including depalletizers, fillers, case packers, labelers, case erectors, and case sealers.
Maintain plant and workspace cleanliness between machine cycles.
Stack boxes onto pallets, verify labels, and move products to designated areas using pallet jacks or forklifts.
Work in a variety of packaging-line positions throughout the day and ensure products meet quality standards at the workstation.
Perform daily cleaning and setup in accordance with GMPs.
Clean, lubricate, and inspect equipment; ensure it operates at established center lines and support autonomous maintenance initiatives.
Perform case flavor mixing as needed.
Conduct deep cleaning and participate in special projects as needed.
Participate in training on safety protocols, operating procedures, skill development, and compliance requirements.
Follow GMP policy and applicable SQF policies concerning pest control, visitors, allergens, cleaning, and sanitation.
Report food safety or quality problems to the Quality Assurance Manager so they can be investigated and addressed through the CAPA process.
Work scheduled overtime, including some weekend shifts, and adjust hours as operational demands require.