PMO - Packaging Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

About the role

Utz Quality Foods is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator (PMO) for third‑shift work at its Algona, WA manufacturing facility. The role involves operating packaging machines to ensure proper weight, spicing, sealing, and code date of finished product, with scheduled hours Monday‑Friday 10:30 pm‑6:15 am and Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment daily to ensure it is clean and sanitary.
• Check metal detectors as instructed.
• Perform changeovers, replacing packaging film as needed.
• Coordinate proper spicing with correct packaging film.
• Check code dates for accuracy every 15 minutes.
• Inspect bag seams to ensure seals are strong.
• Work with quality control to ensure standards are met; keep applicable records.
• Maintain efficient operation of equipment.
• Troubleshoot and proactively solve potential equipment problems.
• Communicate with production associates to maintain positive flow and meet packaging schedule goals.
• Perform sanitation and other duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum two years’ experience operating food processing equipment (preferred).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Thorough knowledge of machinery and sound mechanical ability.
• Ability to use production computer programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Capable of working in a fast‑paced environment under constant production pressure.
• Ability to lift rolls of film weighing up to 50 pounds regularly during the shift.

Pay

Starting payrate: $24.00/hour + $1.00 per hour for third‑shift differential.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Long Term Disability
• Additional life insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Six paid holidays per calendar year
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and FLEX PTO accrual)
• Paid Sick Leave in accordance with WA state law

Schedule

Monday‑Friday 10:30 pm‑6:15 am, with Saturdays as needed.