Processing Operator 2nd Shift

Campbell's•Downers Grove, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Processing Operator will provide break, lunch, and day-off coverage across key Line 2 Packaging positions, including Bake Shop Helper, Slicer Feeder, and Bagger Operator/Caser. The role supports safe, efficient, and consistent production by operating packaging equipment, monitoring product and packaging quality, following food-safety and traceability requirements, and moving among positions as production needs change. This position works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and requires flexibility, sound judgment, clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The second shift generally starts as early as 2:45 PM and continues until finish; start times and hours may vary based on production schedules, holidays, and staffing needs. Overtime, weekend work, and earlier start times may be required. Strong attendance and punctuality are essential. Employees must remain in the position for at least one year and successfully complete a 90-day evaluation period.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to learn and safely perform multiple Line 2 Packaging functions.
Strong decision-making, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to exercise good judgment, resolve issues quickly when appropriate, and escalate concerns to supervision.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and contribute effectively in a team environment.
Ability to follow HACCP, CTS, SOP, Safety, GMP, and JSA procedures and standards.
Awareness of food-safety requirements, including contamination prevention, allergen control, formula and label control, and lot-code traceability.
Ability to work effectively in a changing, fast-paced, high-pressure manufacturing environment.
Ability to stand for extended periods and regularly walk, stoop, climb, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands, fingers, and arms to handle materials and equipment.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push or pull heavy loads on wheeled dollies.
Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment, vibration, forklift traffic, wet conditions, fumes or airborne particles, temperature extremes, and high industrial noise levels.
Ability and willingness to properly use required PPE, which may include safety glasses, shields, gloves, hearing protection, respirators, and approved footwear.
Flexibility to work overtime and earlier start times when operationally necessary.
Strong attendance and punctuality; employees must remain in the position for at least one year and successfully complete a 90-day evaluation period.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in food manufacturing, bakery, packaging, or a high-speed production environment.
Experience operating packaging, bagging, slicing, wrapping, or case-packing equipment.
Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, 5S, allergen controls, metal detection, lot traceability, and food-quality documentation.
Previous experience performing multiple production-line functions or providing break and lunch relief coverage.

Responsibilities

Provide break, lunch, and day-off coverage for Line 2 Packaging positions, including Bake Shop Helper, Slicer Feeder, and Bagger Operator/Caser.
Follow the established break and lunch schedule and communicate schedule changes with the supervisor.
Operate and make necessary adjustments to Bagger, Kwiklok, Wrapper, and Slicer equipment.
Feed bread into slicers at approximately 55 loaves per minute.
Monitor the Hartman slicer and Wrapper infeed, identify jams, and safely address issues according to established procedures.
Case finished products into baskets or cases while maintaining required line speed.
Monitor bread size, weight, quality, and slice count, and promptly report variances to supervision.
Inspect packaging and finished products for quality, including bag clarity, wrapping, bagging, and applicable product codes.
Perform required checks at the main metal detector and accurately document results.
Monitor, record, and maintain established product quality standards.
Follow the code board, formula specifications, label requirements, and lot-code traceability procedures.
Rack and unrack bread as needed.
Complete daily communication boards and promptly communicate production, quality, food-safety, or equipment concerns to supervision.
Maintain assigned work areas according to 5S cleanliness, housekeeping, and organizational standards.
Comply with HACCP, CTS, SOP, Safety, GMP, and JSA requirements, including contamination prevention, allergen control, formula control, and product traceability.
Assist other Line 2 positions as production and operational needs require.
Use required personal protective equipment and follow plant safety procedures and initiatives.
Work overtime and/or an earlier start time when necessary to support operational needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.