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Packaging Machine Operator - Foods

Lynchburg, VAFull-time2026-10-02 → 2026-10-03
No visa sponsorship

Core

Operate high-speed packaging lines for snack foods (Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos), ensuring accurate dating, sealing, and minimal waste.

Role type

Machine Operator (Food Manufacturing)

Builds

Packaged snack food products for retail distribution

Domain

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Required skills

Machine operation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, basic math, physical lifting (50 lbs), reading/writing in English

Preferred skills

1+ years of high-speed manufacturing experience, mechanical inclination

Technologies

Packaging machines, conveyors, scales

Responsibilities

Set-up and operate multiple packaging machines, perform quality checks on dated and sealed products, maintain clean and safe work areas, perform basic preventative maintenance (cleaning, switching knives/blades, pull-belts, tape machines, rollers), inspect conveyors and scales prior to start-ups, troubleshoot operational problems and make adjustments