Welch Packaging
Welch Packaging

80 Welch Packaging Production Operator Jobs Hiring Near You

Production Assistant

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Production Associate

Batavia, IL · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

1st Shift Production Associate

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Production Assistant - 1st Shift

OH · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

SUMMARY Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm Work in a production environment following all safety procedures ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

2nd Shift Production Associate

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Machine Operator

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Production Associate - 2nd Shift

OH · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

SUMMARY Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-12:30am Work in a production environment following all safety ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Production Associate - 1st shift

Lincoln, IL · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Operator

Batavia, IL · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Production Associates will also be responsible for following all safety procedures ESSENTIAL ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Operator

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Production Associates will also be responsible for following all safety procedures ESSENTIAL ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

3rd Shift Production Associate

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

General Production

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $17.75/hr

Responsible for ensuring the product being built is built to spec and 100% accurate * Responsible ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Hybrid Production Operator 2

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$18.25 - $22.25/hr

Position Summary We are looking for a Hybrid Production Operator (Packaging) to join our Packaging ... This role sits at the intersection of packaging artwork production and prepress operations ...

Production Assistant

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Production Associate

Batavia, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

Hybrid Production Operator 2

Brooklyn, NY · Hybrid

$18.25 - $22.25/hr

Position Summary We are looking for a Hybrid Production Operator (Packaging) to join our Packaging ... This role sits at the intersection of packaging artwork production and prepress operations ...

Machine Operator

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

SUMMARY Work in a production environment following all safety procedures, quality processes and ... Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive ...

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Welch Packaging Jobs Information

Do workers at Welch Packaging get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
47% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Does Welch Packaging pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
79% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

At Welch Packaging, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
60% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from Welch Packaging affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
81% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Welch Packaging?

Most people get paid time off work.
84% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 88% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at Welch Packaging worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
96% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do Welch Packaging workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
60% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for Welch Packaging workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
64% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Welch Packaging?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
79% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do Welch Packaging managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
81% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do jobs at Welch Packaging spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
27% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Welch Packaging?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
45% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is working at Welch Packaging good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
73% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Welch Packaging feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
69% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Welch Packaging get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
77% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Welch Packaging?

Most people feel stressed here.
69% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Welch Packaging enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
38% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Welch Packaging recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
54% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Welch Packaging?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
57% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Welch Packaging?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people think Welch Packaging’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
88% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Welch Packaging is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
68% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

What are the most popular categories at Welch Packaging?

Infographic showing various Production Operator job openings at Welch Packaging in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, and 21% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Production Operator, Packaging (Afternoon Shift)

Acheson, AB • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Operate packaging and heavy machinery safely and efficiently within the Packaging department.

  • Conduct visual inspections of packaging to identify and remove damaged or incorrect packaging.

  • Assist in inventory management by recording and conducting physical counts of ingredients and packaging materials.


Mars Inc. rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Description:

Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for a Packaging Production Operator to join our rapidly growing company.

Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food maker with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. Founded in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Champion - with its ORIJEN and ACANA brands - is a key player in the global premium pet food industry across three major geographic regions.

We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company.

Here's the Scoop - Summary

The Packaging Production Operator has primary responsibility to operate the equipment safely and efficiently within the Packaging department at the state-of-the-art pet food production facility located in Acheson, Alberta. This role will report to the Production Supervisor.

What a typical day looks like:

  • Ensure compliance to Company's policies, practices and procedures related to Health and Safety, Food Safety, and the Environment.
  • Maintain a neat and organized work area according to established corporate policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
  • Ensure empty packaging specifications and construction are suitable for applicable product and production runs.
  • Conduct visual inspection to control any damaged or incorrect packaging and remove same from production.
  • Identify food-safety concerns and perform actions appropriate for resolving them.
  • Operate lift trucks (sit and stand), as required.
  • Assist in conducting a daily inventory of all bulk and liquid ingredients, recording bin check, regular bulk inventory, and part bag count inventory.
  • Operate heavy machinery including tote massagers, grinding equipment for fresh meats and ingredients, and/or automated and manual packaging equipment in a safe and efficient manner, according to established Company policies and practices.
  • Develop and maintain successful professional working relationships, including good communication practices with relevant production department staff.
  • Participate in annual physical inventory as determined by the Company.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What are we looking for?

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred

Working Conditions

  • Shift: Monday - Friday, 4:00 p.m - 12:30 a.m
  • Working inside a clean, modern, state-of-the-art pet food manufacturing facility, with brand new equipment.

What can you expect from Champion?

  • Safety:a strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safe, healthy and respectful environment.
  • Earnings:Competitive Wages that give financial peace of mind, RRSP with Company, and donation matching.
  • Industry Competitive Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Programs to meet your individual or family needs.
  • Continuing Education:In House & Online Learning & Development, as well as an Education Assistance Program.
  • Quality:a dedication to uphold the highest standards of authenticity, nutritional integrity, and food safety, to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere.
  • Other Perks:Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month, Free Parking and more!

What are you waiting for? Join the pack!

Come as you are.

We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of views to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us.

Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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