Packaging Operator

About Barilla

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

FALL INTO A NEW CAREER!

Packaging Machine Operator

This fall, don’t just watch the leaves change—make a change in your career!

Join our team as a Packaging Machine Operator and play an important role in getting our pasta from the production line to the dinner table. You’ll operate automated packaging equipment, keep production moving, and make sure every package meets our high standards for quality and food safety.

What’s in Your Fall Career Package?

Competitive Pay: $23.59/hour

Night Shift Differential: +$1.75/hour

What You'll Do

• Operate and monitor automated packaging equipment and production lines

• Perform machine set-ups, adjustments, and product changeovers

• Inspect products for quality, accurate coding, and proper sealing

• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and escalate concerns when needed

• Perform routine equipment checks and basic preventative maintenance

• Complete production and quality documentation accurately

• Follow food safety, GMP, quality, and workplace safety requirements

• Keep your work area clean and organized

• Work with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to keep the line running smoothly

  What You Bring to the Team

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred

• Food manufacturing experience is a plus

• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

  Fall Into a Great Benefits Package

Your new career comes with benefits that go beyond your paycheck:

• Health, dental and vision insurance

• 401(k) with up to 6% company match

• Paid life insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Wellness reimbursement

• And much more!

  READY FOR A FRESH START?

Fall is the perfect time for a new beginning. If you’re ready to put your skills to work, grow your career, and become part of a team that takes pride in what we make, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and fall into a career you can grow with!

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.