Line Operator, Packaging

Employment Type :  Hourly

Work Arrangement :   Onsite

Shift :   Second

Pay Rate : $24.39

Position Summary :

To safely transfer quality product at a high rate of speed from the facility mixing and distribution system to customers preferred packaging. Operate filling and packaging equipment and generally oversee and coordinate activities of other employees on the production line under the guidance and support of the Supervisor / Foreman.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

Fill each container to the correct customer specifications, i.e., weight, bottle coding, labels, correct case coding

Perform light maintenance of equipment such as lubrication, cleaning, adjustments, timing and sequencing as trained by a qualified maintenance technician. Line operators will be trained in the performance of autonomous maintenance and, once trained, expected to perform those tasks and maintain respective equipment

Train all other line support on complete line functions

Sets up and assembles line for production run and shuts down equipment as needed per schedule. Maintains documentation of production output  and losses are properly tagged in Informance

Communication and shift handoff to oncoming operator

Maintains operational sanitation; performs sanitation task

Perform quality control checks on proper placement of lids, closure of bags, wrapping, weights, codes, and case inspections. Ensures Ventura Foods’ process parameters are met

Support safety culture, raises near misses, reports unsafe conditions or behaviors

Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls

Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience :

High School Diploma / GED

Knowledge and Skills :

Possesses mechanical aptitude with good hand and eye coordination

Ability to work effectively with and lead others; demonstrates good judgment

Electrical knowledge

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Capable of being forklift licensed / certified

Why Join Us :

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses.  We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves.  When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work.  As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits : ​

• Retirement savings options
• Employee Appreciation Events​ and Employee Assistance Programs
• On-the-job training
• Hourly starting rate of $24.39 with opportunities for hourly rate increases and career progression.  Positions on 2nd and 3rd shifts are eligible for a $0.25 / hr shift differential.

Physical Demands :

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum : intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.  Occasional lifting and / or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required.  Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment :

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day.   Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required.  Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and / or legal requirements.  In addition, certain jobs may require employees to :

Diversity & Inclusion :

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.  We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.