Packaging Operator
Role Overview
McKee Foods is seeking a Packaging Operator to join our Production Team.
In this role, you’ll be a key part of our team, helping to keep our production lines running smoothly.
You’ll handle machine setups, troubleshoot equipment, and make sure our products are packaged to perfection.
We’re looking for someone who’s ready to learn, share their skills, and commit to safety and quality.
• Set up machines, switch between products, and operate equipment
• Check printed codes and labels to ensure they’re clear and accurate
• Troubleshoot and fix minor issues to avoid delays and reduce waste
• Help train new team members and those transferring to the department
• Enter accurate production data into our systems
• Keep your work area clean and tidy with daily and weekly cleanup duties
• Communicate clearly with team members and other departments
• Follow our attendance policy and bring your best to work each day
• Practice good hygiene and keep your workspace organized
• Stay committed to personal and team safety, as well as the safety of our products
Full Job Posting
Pay
$20.47 - $23.82 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Plus $2.00 / hour premium for hours worked on 3rd shift
Schedule
- 3rd Shift Sunday - Thursday, (10:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.)
Plant 3 Line 306
555 McKee Drive Gentry, AR 72734
Job Summary
McKee Foods is seeking a Packaging Operator to join our Production Team. In this role, you’ll be a key part of our team, helping to keep our production lines running smoothly. You’ll handle machine setups, troubleshoot equipment, and make sure our products are packaged to perfection. We’re looking for someone who’s ready to learn, share their skills, and commit to safety and quality.
Set up machines, switch between products, and operate equipment
Check printed codes and labels to ensure they’re clear and accurate
Troubleshoot and fix minor issues to avoid delays and reduce waste
Help train new team members and those transferring to the department
Enter accurate production data into our systems
Keep your work area clean and tidy with daily and weekly cleanup duties
Communicate clearly with team members and other departments
Follow our attendance policy and bring your best to work each day
Practice good hygiene and keep your workspace organized
Stay committed to personal and team safety, as well as the safety of our products
Required Qualifications
Good decision making skills
Good record keeping skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
High degree of initiative
Positive attitude
Basic computer skills
Detail oriented
Takes personal responsibility for actions
Works independently and as a member of the team
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Profit-sharing cash bonus program
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
- Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
- Supplemental plans, including life insurance
- Fully paid parental leave
- Health Center and Pharmacy
- Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Credit Union
- Exercise and recreation facility
- Wellness programs with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)
- Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Veteran
Requirements
- Set up machines, switch between products, and operate equipment
- Check printed codes and labels to ensure they’re clear and accurate
- Troubleshoot and fix minor issues to avoid delays and reduce waste
- Help train new team members and those transferring to the department
- Enter accurate production data into our systems
- Keep your work area clean and tidy with daily and weekly cleanup duties
- Communicate clearly with team members and other departments
- Follow our attendance policy and bring your best to work each day
- Practice good hygiene and keep your workspace organized
- Stay committed to personal and team safety, as well as the safety of our products
- Good decision making skills
- Good record keeping skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- High degree of initiative
- Positive attitude
- Basic computer skills
- Detail oriented
- Takes personal responsibility for actions
- Works independently and as a member of the team
About McKee Foods
Family-owned American bakery manufacturing snack cakes, granola bars, cookies, and other baked snacks for retail and foodservice.
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