Packaging Technician

Position: Packaging Technician

Pay Rate: $20.50 /hourly

Location: Turlock, CA

Schedule: Rotating Days | 11:00pm - 7:30am

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Packaging Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient and accurate packaging of products while adhering to quality standards and safety regulations. This role requires a keen eye for detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Load cheese onto conveyors for packaging.
• Remove cheese from brine cages and stack boxes on pallets neatly.
• Construct boxes, pack product, and prep rejected cheese for repackaging.
• Inspect product and packaging for defects; rerun through metal detector if needed and report issues.
• Perform sanitation tasks and keep work areas clean.
• Assist in other production areas and help train new staff.
• Minimize water use and follow all GMP, safety, and food quality guidelines.

Qualifications: 

• Must have a consistent work history and recent experience in food industry packaging.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality issues.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot and maintain packaging equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.