Packaging Machine Operator - Lawrence, KS

Location: Lawrence, KS 

 

We are mixing up something new in Lawrence, KS. This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot’s Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Dot’s Pretzels brand has seen an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to come be a part of our team in the Lawrence, KS location. 

  

Pay:  

• Starting at $22.25/hr 

• Shift differential of $2/hr for overnight shifts 

• Up to $1/hr pay increase after 6 months of good standing employment 

  

Total Rewards: 

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) starting Day 1 

• 401(k) Retirement Plan- with generous company match 

• Paid Time off 

  

Shifts:  

• 2-2-3 schedule (working 4 days one week and 3 days the following week) 

• 12-hour shift - 1 opening: C Shift: 4 days one week - Sun, Wed, Thurs; and 3 days the following week: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat - 6 pm to 6 am 4 openings:

  • 1 – B shift, 1 - ift, and – D shift: 

Candidate Process: 

Please note that communication will be through phone, email, and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email address.

• Candidates are required to take and pass an online pre-hire assessment, which is to be emailed, if qualified.

• Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule a phone screen.  

• Post offer Background Check and Drug Screen 

  Job Summary: 

As a Machine Operator, you'll be responsible for setting up, overseeing and maintaining the packaging machines to ensure proper quality and packaging of the finished product. This includes housekeeping, assisting other operators and Supervisors to run the department efficiently and effectively, and completing sanitation duties. Assist in troubleshooting, training, and basic maintenance tasks. 

  Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Ensure all bags are running correct weights 

• Ensure all bags are in registration, both in cutoff and side to side registration 

• Ensure all bags are code-dated properly with both price and date legible and in proper position on face of bag 

• Ensure bags are sealed properly on both the back seal and the end seal 

• Ensure bag appearance is acceptable 

• Add/remove air from bags and ensure proper air fill 

• Change knife blades 

• Change bag speed in packaging machines and weighers and ensure running rates based on lead label 

• Keep machines clean and area under and around the machine clean and help sweep packing area 

• Weigh defected film, record defect and place film in defective area provided 

• Keep in feeds, dispersion table, scales, etc, free from buildup 

• Perform hourly metal detector checks as required. 

• Report any metal detector findings, false activations, or other concerns to management immediately and help with invest