You already LOVE us and the SNACKS WE MAKE!

Chips, Cookies, Crackers, Wafers, Cheese Curls, Popcorn, Tortilla Chips... yeah, we make them ALL! Shearer's is the company behind all your favorite snack brands.

We have over 5,000 associates in 17 state-of-the-art manufacturing and warehouse sites in North America that produce over 800 million pounds of snacks per year. Did you know that we buy 20% of all the potatoes grown in the US? WOW!

And we know what you’re thinking…how can I get my hands on some free goodies? Our team members can take home free snacks!

Packaging Machine Operator for our Critical Care Team   

Pay Rate $24.36/hour  

Day Shift: Rotating Shifts:  One week- Monday- Wednesday: 7am-7pm; Second Week Monday - Thursday 7am-7pm

 Overview

The mission of the C3PO Critical Care Team is to develop the teams’ capability to identify and correct equipment defects and to set and maintain base equipment conditions. These skills enable equipment to always operate at base conditions and extend equipment life through the elimination of forced deterioration. The C3PO Critical Care Team will enable teams to achieve world class targets with 100% engagement and a zero-loss mentality. Candidates interested in the C3PO Critical Care role are self-starters who work well in a team environment and are seeking an opportunity to learn new skills and drive improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning of packaging equipment to ensure base condition of operation and to allow for identification of defects


• Performs scheduled mechanical repairs of packaging equipment during planned downtime including, but not limited to code dater, scales, bagger pull belt assemblies and bagger vacuum systems.


• Performs operations including, but not limited to mechanical, troubleshooting, and repair of packaging machines.


• Provides and calibrates to process parameters such as setting gaps, tolerances, machine timing, zero and taring of scales, and centerlines.


• Position requires troubleshooting skills that must have ability to work through problems to find root causes and address issues for mechanical and automation equipment.


• Position requires basic office computer skills and to perform quality checks, downtime loss reports, perform verifications on computer will be done routinely throughout the day.


• Position requires ownership of equipment breakdowns or minor stops, in addition to sanitation of packaging machines and workspace.


• Uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.


• Detects faulty operations and defective material; reports those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.


• Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas.

What you Bring to the Table:

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) on a packaging equipment; Scales, Baggers, Seasoners, Case Packers, Case Erectors.


• Can perform set-up procedures on packaging production plant equipment.


• Works in team with Sanitation and Maintenance to perform critical care processes and provide coaching for operations.


• Performs regular sanitation and preventive maintenance on machine and equipment within plants critical care program.


• Handles defects by restoring back to base condition.


• Establish Cleaning-Inspection-Lubrication standards, partnered with a health check frequency and report.


• Centerline the equipment to ensure the best quality and efficiency on the line.


• May require assistance with device replacement setup.


• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

The Critical Care Packaging Machine Operator position is in a manufacturing environment, which includes:

• Exposure to high temperatures


• Moving mechanical parts and vibration


• Loud noise level

We offer a variety pack of benefits after just 30 days:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement Savings Plan with Match, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Critical Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available after 90 days.

You will be considered for employment in our inclusive workplace

Because at Shearer’s, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is your invitation to apply now!