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Do you love snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team? PIM Brands might just be exactly what you’re looking for!

At PIM, We Make The Brands You Love®. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results-oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise.

We are looking for a Packaging Operator interested in starting a career as part of our Packaging team at PIM’s Somerset site in New Jersey.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Packaging Operator is responsible for operation and control of manufacturing/ packaging/ inspection machinery.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Monitor and operate packaging machines to ensure accurate code dates and weights using touch screen computers.
2. Ensure that each bag is properly coded, dated and sealed with a minimum amount of wasted product and supplies.
3. Report food safety and quality issues to Plant management and SQFP
4. Follow PIM Brands GMP rules
5. Monitor fellow employees for adherence to GMPs.
6. Keeps machines and area clean and safe.
7. Perform basic preventative maintenance on packaging machines and assist in troubleshooting of any issues.
8. Assist mechanics during changeovers from one product to another.
9. Responsible for inspection of, laser printers, metal detectors, conveyors and scales prior to line start-up and during manufacturing and changeovers.
10. Ability to work additional hours if needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling and crouching. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools and controls. Lifting and moving of objects weighing at least 35 lbs. Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and considered to enable an individual to perform the essential job functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Job will generally be performed in the manufacturing plant. When on the plant floor it is representative of a large, busy manufacturing operation. Noisy, active, objects on the floor, constant movement and traffic flow of motorized equipment. Hair net, beard net, assigned work uniform, protective eye wear and gloves are among the GMP required apparel that must be worn, if indicated, on the plant floor.

We are proud to offer:

• Total compensation package including bonus, 401(k) plan match and other incentives (*based on eligibility and position)
• Comprehensive benefits package - EFFECTIVE DAY 1, Including medical, dental, vision, disability, insurance plans and much more
• Diverse range of benefit choices tailored to support you in making optimal decisions for yourself, your loved ones, and your preferred way of life
• Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays
• Business casual dress
• Entrepreneurial and innovative culture offering the opportunity for internal career advancement

Awards & Accolades:

• #10 Candy Company in North America
• #26 Global Candy Company
• Makers of Welch’s - #1 Fruit Snack in U.S.
• 2024 Advocate of the Year Award
• Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development 2024
• Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine 2024
• Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market
• Top 50 Employer in New Jersey

PIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PIM Brands is an e-Verify Employer

SOM123

• High School education or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Basic math and computer skills are required.
• Willing to be trained.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English is required.
• Preferred 1 year of packaging machine operator experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

PIM Brands is an equal employer