Packer: 3pm - 3am

About the Role

Join a mission-driven team at Butterball® Farms, where we partner with leading food brands to create innovative butter products that enrich lives. As a recognized Best and Brightest Company to Work For in West Michigan, we foster a high-performance culture built on collaboration, growth, and mutual respect. This role contributes directly to our production excellence in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Keep up with production rate and pack products into boxes.
• Visually inspect products for defects and monitor butter consistency/weight for compliance.
• Assemble boxes, place appropriate bags inside, and create/print labels accurately.
• Perform hourly metal detector checks and gather samples for QA testing.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, multitasking as needed.
• Create skid patterns and stack boxes according to product specifications.
• Use a tape gun or machine to close boxes and verify correct date, lot code, and labels.
• Log downtime or line issues in RedZone using a tablet.
• Transport finished products to the freezer and wrap completed skids.
• Maintain a clean work area throughout the shift and assist with post-run cleanup.
• Perform additional tasks as requested.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Good eye-hand coordination and ability to read/understand standard work instructions.
• Ability to work at a consistent, fast pace for extended periods and keep up with production demands.
• Flexibility to adjust work schedule during high-volume periods.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Adherence to GMP policies and product quality standards.
• Previous food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Physical Requirements

• Continuous (67–100% of the time): Seeing, lifting, reaching, standing, repetitive hand motions.
• Frequent (33–66% of the time): Kneeling, grasping, talking, hearing, walking, driving, bending at the waist, twisting upper body.
• Occasional (Up to 33% of the time): Stooping, crouching, pushing, additional reaching.
• Physical Effort:
  • Frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs.
  • Frequent lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 20 lbs.
  • Occasional pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs.

Working Environment

• Production/processing environment with cold temperatures (45°F, occasional freezer exposure as low as -10°F).
• Exposure to manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Standing/walking on concrete floors for extended periods.
• Fast-paced, physically demanding tasks in a team-oriented setting.
• Strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, critical illness, flexible spending, dependent care, and accident insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal, family, or work-related support.
• Community resources via The Source (financial counseling, family services).
• Inclusive, supportive environment with opportunities for growth and internal advancement.