Packaging Operator

Location: Markesan, WI

Schedule

• 5am–3pm, Monday–Thursday
• 3pm–1am, Monday–Thursday
• 6am–6pm, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Pay

$22–$25 per hour (plus a $2.00 per hour premium for 2nd and weekend shifts).

About the role

At Didion, we’re more than a manufacturing company, we’re a team driven by innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to feeding the world and fueling progress. We’re looking for an experienced packaging operator/mechanic who enjoys variety in their work and takes pride in keeping equipment running and product moving safely and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who can confidently operate packaging equipment while also stepping in to perform basic maintenance and support bulk load-out activities.

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring packaging and bulk load-out equipment to keep production running smoothly
• Performing basic mechanical troubleshooting, adjustments, and preventive maintenance on pack line equipment
• Supporting bulk load-out and warehouse activities, including forklift operation and loading/unloading shipments
• Identifying and resolving equipment or process issues before they impact production
• Completing quality checks, sample preparation, and required production paperwork
• Entering shipment and production data accurately in internal systems
• Performing deep cleaning and sanitation between production runs
• Collaborating with maintenance and operations teams to improve reliability and efficiency
• Continuing to grow your technical skills through ongoing training and development

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience (technical or mechanical training strongly preferred)
• Prior manufacturing experience, ideally in a food-safe or regulated environment
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot equipment or perform basic maintenance tasks
• Forklift experience required (or willingness to certify quickly)
• Comfortable working independently and serving as a go-to operator on the shift
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs, climb ladders, and work in hot, cold, or dusty conditions
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement