Packer

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao's Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder's of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Packer, 3rd Shift

Location: Ashland

Department: Various Departments

Base Rate: $17.65/hour + $0.50/hour shift differential

Shift: 3rd Shift - Sunday - Thurs 10:50p - 7a

Starting times and scheduled hours may vary based on production schedules and coverage needs, including during holidays. Mandatory overtime may be required.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE…

As a Packer, you will play an important role in getting quality finished products ready for shipment. You will work directly with production and packaging operations to prepare cartons and displays, pack and palletize finished products, perform final quality inspections, and help maintain a clean, safe, and efficient production environment.

Your attention to quality, safety, and detail will help ensure products meet packaging specifications before leaving the facility.

WHAT YOU WILL DO…

• Prepare cardboard cartons and trays for packing by folding, taping, sorting, labeling, and securing cartons and displays.
• Inspect finished product packaging for quality and integrity, including bag registration, code dates, pricing, seals, bags, and cases.
• Identify and remove products that do not meet specifications and communicate packaging or quality issues.
• Fill cartons and displays according to packaging specifications and ensure products are matched with the appropriate labels.
• Tape and seal cartons as required.
• Stack cartons and trays on pallets or skids using the correct quantity and stacking pattern.
• Use a pallet jack, when applicable, to move finished goods weighing up to 300 pounds.
• Keep production areas clear of loose or defective product and dispose of bags, boxes, trays, and other materials appropriately.
• Assist with product rework in accordance with plant expectations.
• Follow established safety, hygiene, housekeeping, and personal-protection procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S practices.
• Store packaging supplies in designated locations and keep aisles and exits clear.
• Perform sanitation activities as directed, including equipment washes, seasoner cleanings, and wipeouts.
• Prepare production lines for startup and assist with equipment changeovers when applicable.
• Operate tray-making and/or stapling equipment when assigned.
• Promptly report equipment, packaging, quality, or production issues to the appropriate Machine Operator, Group Leader, or Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as required to support production operations.
• Work mandatory overtime when required.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH…

You will work as part of the plant's production and packaging team, collaborating closely with Machine Operators, Group Leaders, Supervisors, and other production team members to maintain product quality, meet production needs, and keep the work environment safe and organized.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE… (MUST HAVE)

• High school diploma or GED and/or at least 1 year of production experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work 3rd shift and adjust to changes in starting times or hours based on production and coverage needs.
• Availability to work mandatory overtime when required.
• Ability to work safely around moving mechanical equipment and follow established safety, hygiene, sanitation, and housekeeping procedures.
• Ability to perform repetitive production and packaging tasks while maintaining quality standards and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand continuously and frequently walk, stoop, kneel, climb, perform overhead work, and carry materials with two hands.
• Ability to continuously use hands, push, pull, bend, twist, and perform tasks requiring hand dexterity.
• Ability to lift and handle: Up to 10 pounds continuously Up to 25 pounds continuously Up to 50 pounds occasionally Up to 100 pounds seldom or never
• Ability to work in an environment that is typically loud and regularly includes exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Ability to work in conditions that may include wet or humid areas and occasional exposure to elevated work areas, airborne particles, fumes, or caustic chemicals.

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE… (NICE TO HAVE)

• Previous packaging, packing, production, or food-manufacturing experience.
• Experience performing finished-product or packaging quality inspections.
• Familiarity with 5S workplace organization practices.
• Experience using pallet jacks or working with palletized finished goods.
• Experience with production-line startup, equipment changeovers, sanitation, or product rework.
• Experience operating tray-making, stapling, or similar packaging equipment.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.