Job Description
Tim's Cascade Snacks, a subsidiary of Utz Quality Foods is looking to grow our loyal, career driven, and customer focused team, and is currently recruiting for aPackaging Machine Operatorto work from our manufacturing facility located inAlgona, WAon 2nd shift.
The Packaging Machine Operator is responsible for efficient operation of packaging machines ensuring proper weight, spicing, sealing and code date of finished product.
This position workfrom Monday- Friday at 2:15pm-10:45pm and some Saturdays as needed.
Key Responsibilities
• Inspects equipment daily to be sure it is clean and sanitary.
• Checks metal detectors as instructed.
• Conducts changeovers, replacing packaging film as needed.
• Coordinates proper spicing with correct packaging film.
• Checks code dates for accuracy every 15 minutes.
• Inspects bag seams making sure seals are strong.
• Works with quality control to ensure standards are good; keeps applicable records.
• Maintains efficient operation of equipment.
• Troubleshoots and proactively solves potential problems with equipment.
• Communicates with all production associates to ensure positive flow of production and accomplish goals of the packaging schedule.
Job Requirements
• Minimum two years' experience in operating food processing equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of machinery and sound mechanical ability.
• Ability to use production computer program.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to be an independent thinker and make good decisions.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment under constant pressure of production line environment.
• Must be able to lift rolls of film weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis during the shift.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
Starting Pay Rate: $23.19/Hr. with shift differential of $0.50 for 2nd shift.
Our Recruitment Process
• Easy Application (5 mins): Introduce yourself and answer a few key questions to get started.
• Engaging Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Share your experiences in an online chat, highlighting how your values align with ours.
• Live Interview: Selected candidates will meet with the hiring manager to explore their alignment with the team and overall Utz company culture.
Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with profit sharing, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employees also receive 4 days of paid time off in their first calendar year pro-rated based on their start date as well as seven paid company holidays throughout the calendar year.
Spreading Joy Through Food!
Here at Utz, we have a passion for food that our associates enjoy creating, our consumers love, and our customers choose. Our renowned family of brands includes Utz, Tim's Cascade, Hawaiian, Boulder Canyon, Good Health, TGI Friday's, On the Border, and Zapp's. We provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We believe it is important to help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Join OneUtzTeam and help us spread joy through food for generations to come!
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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