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Utz Brands, Inc. · 2 hours ago

Packaging Machine Operator - Weekday Day Shift

positionKings Mountain, NC
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Utz Quality Foods is looking to grow their loyal, career-driven, and customer-focused team. They are currently recruiting for a Packaging Machine Operator to join their manufacturing professionals at their Kings Mountain, NC facility.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingSnack Food

Responsibilities

Set up packaging lines correctly and efficiently
Perform daily operator checklists at shift changes and startup
Verify proper operations and calibrate scales on packaging machines
Gather packaging film and ensure proper codes and pricing are printed on packages
Use appropriate formers and adjust temperatures to achieve proper seals on packages
Monitor packaging quality hourly, checking:
Item weight
Package seals
Codes and pricing
Record film usage and calculate film waste percentages
Collaborate with team members in a harmonious and supportive environment
Communicate with incoming shift operators about any difficulties or improvements
Maintain efficient operations on all lines and report any conditions that could lead to product contamination
Assist the Maintenance Department with packaging machine repairs when necessary
Train new operators as needed
Maintain an organized, sanitary work environment and complete sanitation tasks as directed
Complete bag percentage reports, production records, and correct scanning errors
Perform quality and food safety tasks associated with the role

Qualification

Packaging machine knowledgeForklift licenseBasic computer skillsBasic readingBasic math skillsTeam skills

Required

Requires basic reading, writing and math skills
Requires knowledge of all packaging machine equipment and machines used in the Packaging Department
Requires the willingness to obtain a forklift license
Able to lift a minimum 50 lbs
Basic computer skills to enter component usage
Requires team skills when working and communicating with others

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision plans
Employer match 401k
Profit sharing plan
Employee stock purchase plan

Company

Utz Brands, Inc.

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Utz Brands, Inc.
dateFounded in 1921
location
Hanover, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.utzsnacks.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$28M
2022-05-09Post Ipo Equity· $28M
2020-08-31IPO

Leadership Team

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Ajay Kataria
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
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Cary Devore
Head of M&A and Capital Markets
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