Packaging Machine Operator

Packaging Machine Operator

Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work.

Please submit comprehensive work history or a resume covering the past 3 years. Include all periods of employment, unemployment, self-employment, short-term jobs, caregiving, and education. Ensure you provide accurate month and year ranges for each period.

Pay

$21.44 / hr

Plus $1.00 / hr shift premium for 2nd shift hours

Schedule

2nd Shift (Sunday- Thursday 2 : 15 PM - 10 : 30 PM); other days and hours as needed

Location

10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315

Job Summary

The packaging Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining packaging machinery to ensure efficient production of McKee Foods products. The operator will set up machines, monitor packaging processes, and troubleshoot any issues to ensure product quality and adherence to safety standards. This role involves working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment and requires close attention to detail, teamwork, and a strong focus on safety efficiency.

Required Qualifications

Excellent organizational skills

Self-motivated with high initiative

Basic math skills

Adaptable to change and able to do multiple tasks; flexible

Ability to work effectively with others; team player

Good communication skills

Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to frequently lift and move 50 lbs.

Good analytical skills

Ability to determine cause and effect; troubleshooting skills

Ability to learn basic computer skills

Good work record, safety, and attendance record; dependable

Demonstrated desire to work hard

Willingness to try new ideas

Minor equipment maintenance

Steel-toed slip resistant safety shoes required

Knowledge of and adherence to company food safety, product purity, company policy and departmental procedures

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of McKee Foods Corporation and OSHA safety regulations

General mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of OPM software systems or PC experience

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Profit-sharing cash bonus program

401(k) with matching contributions

Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)

Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan

Supplemental plans, including life insurance

Fully-paid parental leave

Health Center and Pharmacy

Tuition reimbursement

Credit Union

Exercise and recreation facility

Wellness programs with incentives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer