Processing Operator- Weekend Night

Utz Brands•HANOVER, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Utz Quality Foods is seeking a dependable and motivated Processing Operator for its Weekend Night Shift team in Hanover, Pennsylvania. The operator helps produce cheese curls and cheese balls by setting up, operating, and monitoring extruders and other processing equipment. The role involves maintaining production flow, working with Quality Assurance, preparing materials, completing production records, and cleaning and sanitizing equipment. Operators also communicate with processing and packaging teams, support newer team members, follow safety and food quality procedures, and operate forklifts and high-reach equipment as needed. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 5:55 PM–5:55 AM.

Requirements

Ability to work Friday through Sunday from 5:55 PM to 5:55 AM.
Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and around production equipment.
Ability to safely lift and handle materials weighing up to 70 lbs.
Willingness to work around hot water, cleaning chemicals, and wet or slippery floors.
Ability to follow written procedures, safety requirements, and food quality standards.
Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately complete production records.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Willingness to learn multiple pieces of processing equipment and take on additional responsibilities.
Ability to operate or learn to operate forklifts and high-reach equipment.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing, machine operation, food production, or processing experience.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor extruders and other processing equipment used to produce cheese curls and cheese balls.
Monitor equipment and make adjustments as needed to keep production running smoothly.
Partner with the Quality Assurance team to complete quality checks and ensure products meet standards.
Retrieve, stage, and prepare raw materials needed for production.
Accurately complete production logs, records, and component usage entries.
Clean and sanitize processing equipment according to established procedures and sanitation schedules.
Communicate with processing and packaging team members to maintain consistent production flow.
Help train and support new or less experienced team members.
Follow safety, food safety, and quality procedures and report concerns when identified.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and participate in daily housekeeping and sanitation.
Operate forklifts and high-reach equipment as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the team and production needs.