Processing Operator- Weekend Day

Utz Brands, Inc.•Hanover, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Utz Quality Foods is looking to grow its loyal, career-driven, and customer-focused team and is currently recruiting for a Processing Operator to join its team of manufacturing professionals at its potato chip manufacturing facility in Hanover, PA on Weekend Day Shift working Friday-Sunday 6:00AM-6:00PM. As a Processing Operator, this candidate will be responsible for supporting potato processing and fryer operations by operating and monitoring peeler, slicer, fryer, and related production equipment to ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing process. This role also supports sanitation, product quality inspections, inventory tasks, and cross-functional production needs throughout the processing department.

Requirements

Previous manufacturing, food production, sanitation, warehouse, or machine operating experience preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Mechanical aptitude and ability to identify equipment or process issues
Ability to safely operate machinery and follow lockout/tagout and safety procedures
Ability to lift, push, pull, and move materials throughout the shift
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb stairs, and work in hot, wet, or cold environments for extended periods
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety and product quality
Ability to complete written logs, inventory counts, and basic documentation
Must be dependable, flexible, and willing to rotate between duties as needed
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members

Responsibilities

Fill in for all processing positions during employee absences, breaks, or staffing shortages while performing all duties associated with each role
Operate peeler and slicer systems to maintain a consistent supply of properly peeled and sliced potatoes for fryer operations
Inspect peeled potatoes and trim defects to ensure product quality standards are maintained
Complete daily and weekly sanitation procedures within the peeler and frying areas
Clean and inspect eyewash stations, high-pressure hoses, salt carts, fire extinguishers, kettle rotor tables, and other processing equipment
Empty trash and remove rocks/debris from the frying room as needed
Maintain and replenish operational supplies including slicer blades and holders, degreaser, TM70 barrels, chemical totes, boot cleaners, water coolers, sock filters, and rags
Perform weekly inventory counts and submit inventory logs to supervision
Safely operate a company vehicle to transport empty chemical totes between facilities
Report quality concerns, equipment issues, or safety hazards to supervision promptly
Support food safety, GMP, and sanitation standards at all times
Work collaboratively with Production, Sanitation, Maintenance, and other departments
Follow all OSHA, safety, and company policies and procedures
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervision