Utility II - Weekday Day Shift

At Utz Quality Foods, we have expanded our Kings Mountain, NC manufacturing facility and are looking for a dedicated Utility II to join our team. The Utility II assists as backup in all production processes and positions by supporting the production areas, including operating equipment, sanitation, and stocking/consumption of inventory.

Schedule

Rotating schedule: Monday–Thursday and Monday–Wednesday, 6:00 AM–6:30 PM. Must be able to work one weekend a month for End of Month Inventory.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for other Utilities, Operators, and/or co-workers as needed according to established requirements and procedures for assigned tasks.
• Operate touch screens and various pieces of production and data entry equipment required for operation of equipment in assigned area when filling in for operators.
• Move and place necessary materials to support production needs using forklifts or pallet jacks.
• Ensure the accurate consumption of materials from production to Inventory.
• Organize new inventory according to best practices; double-stacking is required.
• Ensure adherence to established safety standards and proactively communicate and address issues for the plant, supporting a zero-accident culture.
• Keep work area, machinery, and other equipment clean and well maintained.
• Proactively identify, communicate, and where applicable, address safety and equipment-related issues.
• Provide suggestions on continuous improvement opportunities.
• Work with management and fellow associates to ensure Food Safety programs are followed.
• Report food, office, or operational safety problems to a supervisor or manager for initiating action.
• Perform other duties as assigned that will impact and support the overall outcome of company and department objectives.

Requirements

• Must be willing to learn operator jobs over a 3-month period from initial onboarding.
• Previous food experience required, including operating fryers or packaging equipment.
• Must have the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 70 lbs.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools.
• Must follow all personal and food safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Must be team-oriented.
• Strong commitment to company values.
• Responsible for following all safety rules and working safely at all times.
• Responsible for reporting unsafe equipment and practices.

Benefits

Our full-time benefit package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer-matched 401k.
• Profit-sharing plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Additional programs and resources to support health and well-being.