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1st Shift Packaging Operator - Dry Powder Ingredients (6:00am-4:30pm, M-Thurs)

Fortress Nutrition is growing—and we’re looking for reliable, detail-oriented Packaging Line Operators to join our Dry Powder Operations team. This role is responsible for operating packaging equipment, completing real-time quality checks, and working closely with the production team to package products safely, accurately, and according to customer specifications.

If you enjoy hands‑on work, take pride in accuracy, and work well in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to build your skills while working a consistent 1st shift schedule.

Schedule: 1stShift

Monday–Thursday: 6:00 AM–4:30 PM

3-Day Weekends (Friday-Sunday)

Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production and business needs

Work 4 days, enjoy a 3-day weekend every week—and if you want extra income, optional overtime is available with opportunities for double pay!

What You’ll Do

Set up, operate, and maintain packaging equipment and related machinery (fillers, sealers, x‑ray systems, metal detectors, scales, coders, etc.)

Make equipment adjustments as needed to ensure products and packaging meet required specifications

Perform consistent, accurate quality checks (visual bag inspections, seal‑integrity checks, coding verification, weight checks) throughout production

Complete Master Manufacturing Records (MMRs), production records, and quality documentation in real time following Good Documentation Practices

Continuously monitor equipment and product flow to identify and address faults, errors, or slowdowns

Act quickly to identify and address equipment issues or slowdowns

Report any/all production concerns to Production Supervisor or Lead promptly for resolution

Follow all food‑safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety procedures, and sanitation standards

Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area

Support team operations through overtime or weekend work when needed

Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

1+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with understanding/knowledge of food‑safety and quality programs, including GMPs, handwashing, allergen controls, sanitation, and cross‑contamination prevention

Ability to perform basic shop math

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Ability to work in an environment with food allergens, dry powder, dust, and wet conditions

Ability to work overtime and weekends as required by production or business needs

Must demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and remain actively engaged throughout the shift. This role requires continuous equipment monitoring, timely and accurate quality checks, and immediate response to faults or production concerns. Delays or inattention can affect product quality and stop production.

Individuals who are not attentive, proactive, and fast-moving will not be successful in this role.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience operating high-speed packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment

Strong knowledge of GMPs, food safety, and quality standards

Previous machine operating experience

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10 hours in a shift)

Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Ability to safely work from a mezzanine workstation or scissor lift up to 20 feet high

Frequent use of hands to operate controls, tools, equipment, and packaging materials

Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and balancing

Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle and operate tools, equipment and packaging materials

Pay & Benefits

$19.00 – $20.00+ per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Double pay for hours worked after 50 hours in a workweek

Weekend work is paid at double pay

Benefits Include

PTO Package with Carryover Option

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision (Affordable Family Coverage)

HSA with Company Contributions

Company Paid Life, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Strong Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonuses

And more

Fortress Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer.

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