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Packaging Machine Operator (P.M.O.) - Line 402
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A Packaging Machine Operator operates and maintains machinery which packages a product or products at a production or manufacturing facility, or a distribution hub.
$40,150 / year median in Virginia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Packaging Machine Operator (P.M.O.)
- Line 402 McKee Foods Corporation medical insurance, life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing United States, Virginia, Stuarts Draft 272 Patton Farm Road (Show on map) Sep 03, 2026 Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars.
Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work. Pay $25.21
- $26.49 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications Schedule 2nd Shift (Sunday
- Thursday 2:20 p.m.
- 10:30 p.
m.) Plus $1.00 / hour shift premium for 2nd Shift hours Onsite; other days and hours as needed Location 272 Patton Farm Road Stuarts Draft, Virginia 24477 Job Summary Set-up, adjust, and maintain packaging equipment for production run
Perform required changeovers for product, code or packaging
Enter OPM11i data timely and accurately
Troubleshoot and make necessary adjustments to packaging equipment
Disassemble/assemble and clean equipment in entire business unit for a full shift or more
Perform other duties including higher level jobs in the entire business unit as needed Required Qualifications Overall good work record (which includes attendance, safety, job performance, flexibility, and team behaviors)
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a cohesive team environment
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
Basic math skills
Accurate measurement and conversion skills
Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting
Demonstrated ability to promote continuous process improvement and LEAN principles
Attention to detail
Successfully complete PMO training and pass technical competencies Preferred Qualifications Previous machine operator experience (plastic film or wrap)
Excellent mechanical skills and/or previous technical training
Set-up, changeover, and troubleshooting ability Benefits Competitive weekly pay
Profit-sharing cash bonus program
401(k) with matching contributions
Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
Supplemental plans, including life insurance
Fully-paid parental leave
Health Center and Pharmacy
Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
Tuition reimbursement
Credit Union
Exercise and recreation facility
Wellness programs with incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid) For more information about this posting or to schedule a realistic job preview, please contact Kyle Dove (x42440) or Brian Fitzgerald (x43973). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer