Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.
Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.
Packer
Location: Hanover, Pennsylvania
Shift: B or D Shift | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM on a rotating AWS schedule (4 days on, 4 days off)
Starting Pay: $18.60/hour + $2.00 Shift Differential
HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE…
As a Packer, you will play an essential role in delivering high-quality products to our customers by ensuring finished goods are packaged accurately, safely, and efficiently. Your focus on quality inspections, food safety, and teamwork helps maintain production flow while ensuring products meet company standards before reaching consumers.
WHAT YOU WILL DO…
- Prepare cartons, trays, and displays for packaging by folding, taping, sorting, labeling, and staging materials for production.
- Verify tape guns and taping equipment contain adequate supplies and are functioning properly.
- Perform visual inspections of finished product packaging, including bag registration, code dates, pricing, seals, and overall package integrity.
- Remove out-of-specification products and communicate packaging concerns to Machine Operators, Coordinators, or Supervisors.
- Pack products according to established packaging specifications and ensure correct labels are applied.
- Seal, tape, and prepare cartons for shipment.
- Stack cartons and trays on pallets using approved stacking patterns.
- Utilize pallet jacks, when applicable, to move finished goods and materials safely.
- Clear loose product and packaging materials from work areas and dispose of defective bags, boxes, and trays.
- Assist with product rework activities according to plant procedures.
- Perform sanitation and cleaning activities, including equipment washes, seasoner cleanings, and wipe-outs.
- Prepare production lines for start-up and assist with equipment changeovers as needed.
- Operate tray-making and stapling equipment when required.
- Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during required cleaning and sanitation activities.
- Identify and remove defects from product streams.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and support 5S initiatives.
- Store materials and supplies in designated locations and keep aisles and exits clear of obstructions.
- Follow all food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety policies, and housekeeping requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Work overtime as required to support production needs.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH…
- Packaging Machine Operators
- Packaging Coordinators
- Production Team Members
- Quality Assurance Team
- Sanitation Team Members
- Maintenance Technicians
- Production Supervisors
- Warehouse and Material Handling Teams
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE… (MUST HAVE)
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment while following all safety and food safety requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product and packaging defects.
- Ability to follow written instructions, packaging specifications, and production procedures.
- Ability to perform repetitive work while maintaining quality standards.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, and perform manual labor throughout the shift.
- Ability to safely lift and handle products and packaging materials.
- Commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Willingness to work overtime as business needs require.
IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE… (NICE TO HAVE)
- High School Diploma or GED.
- One (1) year of production or manufacturing experience.
- Previous experience in food manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, or assembly environments.
- Experience operating pallet jacks or packaging-related equipment.
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) certification or experience following LOTO procedures.
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, and housekeeping standards.
- Experience supporting sanitation activities and equipment changeovers.
Physical & Work Environment
- Continuous standing, hand use, visual inspections, and repetitive motion activities throughout the shift.
- Frequent walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and carrying.
- Occasional climbing, kneeling, squatting, overhead work, and ladder use.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds continuously and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Heavier lifting may be required with assistance.
- Regular exposure to moving mechanical equipment and loud manufacturing environments.
- Frequent exposure to wet and humid conditions.
- Occasional exposure to elevated work areas, airborne particles, and cleaning chemicals.
- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to all workplace safety standards.
Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.
