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Packaging Operators ensure the highest level of food quality by operating equipment, monitoring production lines, and supporting processes from production to final shipment. • A valued and supported workforce: We place tremendous value in our employees and provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to ensure our employees can create the best life for themselves.

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Description The Krusteaz Company is looking for Variable Shift Packaging Operators to join our Manhattan team! Packaging Operators ensure the highest level of food quality by operating equipment, monitoring production lines, and supporting processes from production to final shipment. Flexibility is essential for required overtime and to work first shift hours based on production needs. The position hours are mainly 2nd shift (Monday-Friday 3:00PM-11:30PM) but rotate to 1st shift hours (Monday-Friday 6:30AM-3:00PM) about 25% of the time, based on production needs. Applicants must be open to this rotating variable shift. Essential Functions: Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time. • Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot packaging equipment. • Perform routine maintenance and follow production/quality processes. • Hand sorting, case packing, pallet stacking, and supply replenishment. • Inspect materials, ingredients, and finished products. • Perform routine and preventive maintenance on packaging equipment. • Execute daily and monthly cleaning tasks per regulations. • Maintain compliance with process quality, food safety, and general safety programs. • Learn new methods and assist in training as needed. Position Requirements: • Communicate effectively in English with team members and supervisors through various channels, including radio, email and in-person interactions. • Read and interpret safety and operational instructions. • Work collaboratively to meet production goals. • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work environments. • Basic computer skills for data entry and equipment operation. Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED preferred. • Previous food processing experience is a plus. • Ability to work first or second shift and overtime as needed. • Must pass background check and drug screening, per state and federal guidelines. Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly. • Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, often for the entire duration of the shift. • Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to clean various equipment and facility areas. • Must have good manual dexterity to handle and operate cleaning equipment and tools. • Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed to reach high areas and equipment. • Must be able to push and pull heavy cleaning equipment and carts. The policy of The Krusteaz Company is to hire, train, and promote all persons in all job groups in accordance with law, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital or military status, national origin, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Get to know us: • A people-focused company that cares: We're a 90-year-old company with the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup and a focused eye on the future. As a midsized, privately held company with a portfolio of beloved food and beverage brands, our people are the most important ingredient in our success. • A valued and supported workforce: We place tremendous value in our employees and provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to ensure our employees can create the best life for themselves. Benefits include a top tier health insurance plan with lower-than-average employee cost share, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and more. • An engaged and energized culture: At The Krusteaz Company, collaboration and ingenuity drive our fierce commitment to creating extraordinary product experiences that people love. • A place to grow and make a difference: An entrepreneurial spirit has been at the core of our company since the beginning, attracting self-starters who are curious and love to learn and to share ideas. Benefits: We are proud to offer generous benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (starting at $60-$95/month for employee-only coverage on the PPO Plan or starting at $30-$45/month for employee-only coverage on the HDHP), 401(K) matching, 3 weeks of paid time off, 10 paid holidays, 1 paid personal holiday, company provided life insurance and disability insurance, flexible spending account, healthcare saving account, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary critical illness insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Wage and Hours Information: Compensation for this role has been determined based on required experience, education, certification, and training. All positions are eligible for additional incentives based on business performance. • $20.77 per hour • $1.25 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift • Variable 2nd shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM, with possible overtime: This position rotates to 1st shift hours (6:30AM-3:00PM) about 25% of the time, based on production needs. Applicants must be flexible to rotate shifts when needed. • Up to 7% quarterly bonus incentive pay We hope you'll take the time to get to know us! The Krusteaz Company is not sponsoring new applicant employment authorization at this time and please, no third-party recruiters. #KSjobs1

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