Bisquick Packaging Technician

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Bisquick Packaging Technician
• Starting Pay: $26.80/hour
• Progressive pay increases
• 8-hour shifts

Why Join Our Team

At our Kansas City manufacturing site, we produce Bisquick and Gold Medal Flour while offering job growth opportunities across most departments. The plant fosters a collaborative, relationship-driven culture, includes an on-site employee club, and celebrates employees with holiday dinners, as well as Christmas & Thanksgiving ham and turkey distributions. Employees also enjoy access to events like Chiefs and Royals games, dinner theaters, plays, and World of Fun, with some tickets provided to each employee.

What We Have to Offer

• $26.80/hour starting pay

• $0.55/hour additional pay for 2nd shift & 3rd shift

• $29.14 per hour, after full completion of required trainings (4-12 months on average)

• Up to 120 hours (15 days) vacation annually, everyone starts with 10 days

• 11 paid company holidays

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, dental, life insurance

• Career growth and cross-training opportunities

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

• 8-hour shifts

• 1st shift: 7 am to 3 pm

• 2nd shift: 3 pm to 11 pm

• 3rd shift: 11 pm to 7 am

• Currently hiring for 2nd or 3rd shift

• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed

• Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As part of our manufacturing team, you will:

• Be responsible for learning and operating all equipment within the Bisquick production process, including processing, packaging, and bulk ingredient unloading. Equipment includes baggers, case packers, and cartoners.
• Perform preventive and reactive maintenance activities within capabilities on Bisquick production equipment and assist maintenance as needed with higher-level tasks, including work order creation and defect identification.
• Perform all necessary quality checks of the products produced in the Bisquick department, including HACCP checks, seal tests, weight tests, code dating, metal detector, check weigher, in-line magnets, and code dater checks.
• Maintain written documentation.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance.
• Assist in training new employees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 2 years of machine operating experience
• Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods
• Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions
• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
• Ability to perform confined space entry in accordance with required safety procedures and training
• Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards
• Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment - PPE), such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)
• Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergens

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2 years of mechanical and/or technical experience in manufacturing or related industry
• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet minimum age qualifications in the country in which the job is located.