Packaging Machine Operator (VFFS Food Packaging)

Packaging Machine Operator (VFFS Food Packaging)

Company: Weaver Nut Company, Inc.
Location: Lebanon, PA, US
Department: Production / Packaging
Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 1st shift, 10 hr shift (possible overtime as needed)

Pay Scale: $21-$28/hour, based on experience

About the Role

Weaver Nut Company is looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Machine Operator to join our production team. This position is responsible for operating and supporting an automated packaging line used to package snack and confectionery products into bags, pouches, and cases in our climate controlled SQF Certified facility.

The Machine Operator will operate and support production and packaging equipment used to process, package, inspect, and prepare finished products. This role is important to keeping production running safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company quality and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production and packaging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor equipment, product flow, and finished product quality throughout production.
• Load and replenish product, packaging materials, and supplies as needed.
• Perform routine quality checks to ensure products meet company standards.
• Identify, remove, and report products that do not meet quality or food safety requirements.
• Assist with equipment setup, product changeovers, and adjustments.
• Perform troubleshooting and notify the appropriate team members when issues arise.
• Follow all company safety, food safety, GMP, sanitation, and allergen control procedures.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and production-ready.
• Complete required production, quality, downtime, and cleaning documentation accurately.
• Communicate equipment issues, material needs, quality concerns, and safety concerns to supervisors, maintenance, and quality personnel.
• Support efficient production, reduced downtime, and consistent, high-quality finished products.

Qualifications

Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.

Prior machine operation experience preferred.

Food manufacturing, snack, confectionery, or packaging experience is a plus.

Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn automated packaging equipment.

Ability to follow written procedures, safety rules, and production instructions.

Strong attention to detail.

Proficient English reading, writing, and math skills.

High school diploma or GED preferred

Ability to work in a fast-paced, cool-climate controlled production environment.

Ability to communicate clearly and work well with others.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Ability to lift up to 60lbs and handle product, packaging materials, cases, and machine components as needed.

Ability to bend, reach, climb steps/platforms, and work around production equipment.

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with machinery, moving parts, noise, and food ingredients.

Preferred Experience

Experience with any of the following is helpful but not required:

VFFS baggers, premade pouch machines, multi-head scales, checkweighers, X-ray inspection systems, conveyors, case erectors, case sealers, robotic packaging systems, and/or printers. Familiarity with SQF/GMP standards.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is reliable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and committed to producing high-quality products. The right candidate takes pride in their work, pays attention to details, and is willing to learn and grow with the company.

About Weaver Nut Company

Weaver Nut Company, Inc. is a growing food manufacturing and distribution company serving customers with quality, integrity, and enthusiasm. We are continuing to invest in our people, equipment, and processes as we expand our capabilities and build for the future.

Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Weaver Nut Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to reliably work the posted full-time schedule at our Lebanon, PA facility, including overtime as needed?
• Briefly describe a time you helped troubleshoot a machine, packaging-line, quality, or production issue.
• Have you operated production, packaging, or manufacturing equipment before?

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person