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Barchemy

Packaging Operator

Donora, PA

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Description Packaging Food Manufacturing Packager Packaging operators work with a variety of different equipment ranging from automated belts and scale systems to robotics for stacking finished goods.

Barchemy LLC

Packaging Operator

Donora, PA · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Packaging Food Manufacturing Packager Packaging operators work with a variety of different equipment ranging from automated belts and scale systems to robotics for stacking finished goods. Main ...

Vibrant Ingredients

Packaging Operator

Melville, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $21/hr

... food and beverage experiences. The company's broad portfolio -- including natural flavors ... As a Packaging Operator, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring packaging equipment ...

Mondelez International

Packaging Operator

Twin Falls, ID · On-site

$20 - $24.73/hr

Clif Bar: Packaging Operator What extra ingredients will you bring: * Agility over Perfection ... Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment is a plus. Work schedule: Night Shift ...

Mondelez International

Packaging Operator

Twin Falls, ID · On-site

$20 - $24.73/hr

Packaging Operator More about this role What extra ingredients will you bring: * Agility over ... Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment is a plus. Work schedule: Night Shift ...

TreeHouse Foods, Inc.

Packaging Operator

Forest Park, GA · On-site

$23.70/hr

Packaging Operator About Us: TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged ... food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and ...

TreeHouse Foods

Packaging Operator

Forest Park, GA

$23.70/hr

Packaging Operator About Us: TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged ... food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and ...

OFI

Packaging Operator

Boardman, OR

$16.75 - $20/hr

Description We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at ... Position Summary Reporting to the Packaging Lead, the Packaging Operator will be responsible for ...

Dairiconcepts, L.P.

Packaging Operator

Spartanburg, SC · On-site

$19.50/hr

... other operators verbally and/or in writing Inspect packaging, coding, and seals to verify ... food quality related issues to management immediately Maintain safe working conditions for ...

KLN ENTERPRISES INC

Packaging Operator

Delano, MN · On-site

$21.83/hr

... and pet food products. At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that "We are a proud people-first ... The Opportunity Packaging Machine Operator RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Duties : * General knowledge ...

Peckham

Packaging Operator

Grand Rapids, MI

$15/hr

... food safety standards. This role involves operating machinery, performing repetitive tasks at high speed, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The position requires attention to ...

Guida's Dairy

Packaging Operator

Spartanburg, SC · On-site

$19.50/hr

... other operators verbally and/or in writing Inspect packaging, coding, and seals to verify ... food quality related issues to management immediately Maintain safe working conditions for ...

U.S. Silica Company

Packaging Operator

Middleton, TN

$14 - $16.75/hr

The Packaging Operator is responsible for safely operating and monitoring packaging equipment and ... food & beverage. As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for ...

PET Dairy

Packaging Operator

Spartanburg, SC · On-site

$19.50/hr

... other operators verbally and/or in writing Inspect packaging, coding, and seals to verify ... food quality related issues to management immediately Maintain safe working conditions for ...

KLN ENTERPRISES INC

Packaging Operator

Delano, MN · On-site

$21.83/hr

... and pet food products. At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that "We are a proud people-first ... The Opportunity Packaging Machine Operator RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Duties : * General knowledge ...

FIRESTONE WALKER INC

Packaging Operator

Paso Robles, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

The Packaging Operator is a designated position responsible foroperating filler equipment and ... food, beer, and merchandise * Employee gift card giveaways (redeemable for merchandise or beer)

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for food packaging operator in the United States is $18.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Food Packaging Operator vs Food Processing Technician?

AspectFood Packaging OperatorFood Processing Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; technical training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, packaging linesProcessing facilities, production lines
Industry UsagePackaging specific roles within food manufacturingProcessing and preparing food products
Common Search IntentRoles focused on packaging tasksRoles involving food processing and preparation

Food Packaging Operators primarily focus on operating packaging machinery and ensuring products are properly sealed and labeled. Food Processing Technicians handle the preparation, processing, and quality control of food products. While both roles work in food manufacturing environments, their responsibilities and skill sets differ, with packaging operators concentrating on packaging tasks and technicians on food processing activities.

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Packaging Operator

Packaging Operator

Barchemy

Donora, PA

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Other

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Description

Packaging

Food Manufacturing Packager

Packaging operators work with a variety of different equipment ranging from automated belts and scale systems to robotics for stacking finished goods.  

Main Responsibilities 
  1. Follow good manufacturing practices to ensure the quality of the product.
  2. Adhere to occupational health and safety guidelines.  
  3. Understanding and following standard operating procedures (SOP).
  4. Operating packaging equipment.
  5. Conduct metal detector checks every two hours. 
  6. Erecting boxes and inserting liners. 
  7. Inputting filled boxes through tape machine & verifying every box is clean and properly coded/labeled.
  8. Verify scales are operating properly, identifying product weight.


  1. Palletizing boxes. 
  2. Stacking boxes in the proper pattern and choosing the correct type of pallet based on customer requirements. 


  1. Maintaining product flow.
  2. Packaging the product at a pace allows for continuous production. 
  3. Using radios to communicate any packaging needs from each department.
  4. Identifying when the production volume will not meet or exceed daily production goals and alert the necessary staff to correct.


  1. Adhering to Barchemy's paperwork policy.
  2. Conduction pre and post operation checklist.
  3. Recording all boxes of finished goods.
  4. Documenting quality checks done throughout each shift.


  1. Minimizing waste by limiting the amount of product falling to the floor. 
  2. Placing any rework in the designated rework storge area. 
  3. Maintaining a clean food safe environment. 

While this job description outlines the main responsibilities of the packaging position. All Barchemy employees are expected to remain flexible. Each position regardless of department at Barchemy have a broad scope of tasks and often require support from other departments and positions. Teamwork is essential and no task should be considered outside of the role or title Barchemy has bestowed upon you.

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