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McCain Foods · 1 day ago

Packaging Operator

Appleton, WI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

McCain Foods is a global family-owned company dedicated to creating exceptional work experiences. The Packaging Operator applies technical knowledge to set up, operate, and troubleshoot packaging equipment while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingFood TrucksSnack Food

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Operate and set up all packaging equipment, perform changeovers, troubleshoot issues, and maximize line efficiencies based on process and product specifications

Conduct essential safety and quality checks, including pre-operational equipment inspections, code date verifications, metal detection, and machine adjustments to maintain standards

Manage materials and documentation, including ordering/issuing raw materials, reconciling usage, performing rework processes, and completing all required data collection accurately

Uphold safety, sanitation, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), maintaining a clean work area, following safety regulations, and supporting production projects or line coordination

Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other operators to facilitate changeovers, assist during breaks, and contribute to production initiatives

Qualification

Packaging equipment operationQuality checksManufacturing PracticesFood manufacturing experienceTechnical proficiencyPhysical capabilityData entryCommunication skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving skillsTeamworkAdaptability

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

6+ months of experience working in manufacturing, experience working in food manufacturing strongly preferred

Maintains a continuous learning mindset and adapts quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles

Demonstrates strong technical ability with a digital-first approach, embracing new technologies and accurately entering data

Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization, follows instructions (written/oral/diagram form), and completes necessary documentation independently in English

Pays close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record-keeping

Physically capable of meeting job requirements and consistently brings a positive, team-focused attitude to work

Demonstrates adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills while working independently or collaboratively to ensure effective and logical decision-making in diverse situations

Demonstrates the physical capability to bend frequently and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds), alongside proficiency in safely operating Powered Industrial Vehicles to support workplace operations

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Insurance day ONE of employment

401k match up to 6%

PTO, company holidays, wellness days

Maternity/paternity leave

Set schedule/overtime allowances

Pay for skills program/education reimbursement

Company

McCain Foods

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McCain Foods is a family-owned business and manufacturer of frozen potato products and a global leader in prepared appetizers and snacks

Founded in 1957

Wendouree, Victoria, AUS

10001+ employees

https://www.mccain.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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