Operator I - A Crew
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026. HP Hood scores B on the Alion truth index.
Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!
Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.
Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.
Job Summary:
The Operator I is responsible to safely and efficiently assist in packaging quality products in a manner that is consistent with HP Hood LLC standards. The Operator I will be proficient /qualified as a Filler Operator and/or Line Leader.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform all tasks and functions related to operating and cleaning filling and packaging equipment.
- Daily operation of multiple high-speed filling and packaging machines in a production setting to include the startup, shutdown, and sanitation of all related equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Work in a safe manner in compliance with Federal, State and company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), SOP, and administrative policies.
- Submit work orders and maintain equipment.
- Consistently meet production efficiencies and targets.
- Keep accurate logs, paperwork and charts.
- Complete paperwork as per government regulations and HP Hood requirements.
- Safely operate all assigned equipment following policies and procedures.
- Maintain communication with team members, cross functional partners, and other crews.
- Compliance with all plant safety policies and procedures.
- Responsible for general plant cleanliness with the expectation of being inspection ready 24/7.
- Reports all safety concerns/incidents promptly to a Supervisor, Lead or Manager.
- May be required to assist in facilitation of training for new or existing operators in the qualification process.
- All other assignments given by Supervision.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Experience working with manufacturing equipment preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
- Team oriented; Ability to collaborate and operate in a team environment.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-based environment with minimal supervision.
- Responsible for reporting to work on time when scheduled.
- Able to deal with change, delays or unexpected events.
Other Information/Physical Requirements (if needed)
- Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance and crouch for long periods of time (>10 hours)
- Physically able to handle and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance
- Physically able to move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
- Ability to lift greater than 50 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions.
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.
The pay range for this position is
$27.46—$30.11 USD
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HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled
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