Since 1931, Gold Medal Products has been a leader in the concession industry for both equipment and supplies including popcorn, cotton candy, Sno-Kones and much more.
Due to our continued growth, we are excited to announce a Bagging Machine Operator opportunity available at our Cincinnati location.
Job Summary:
- The Bagging Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining automated Vertical Form/Fill/Seal Machines to ensure efficient and sanitary packaging of food products. This role requires adherence to food safety regulations, quality control standards, and production goals while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inspect packaged food items to ensure correct weight, sealing, labeling, and compliance with food safety standards.
- Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and other food safety regulations.
- Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting to prevent downtime and ensure smooth operations.
- Load and replenish packaging materials, including food-grade bags, labels, and sealing components.
- Maintain accurate logs of production output, machine performance, and any maintenance activities.
- Identify and resolve issues such as jams, incorrect sealing, or weight discrepancies to minimize product waste.
- Follow safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure a hygienic work environment.
- Set up machinery multiple times in a day to run different packaging sizes and varieties of finished goods.
- Perform required cleaning of equipment, following necessary procedures, to ensure sanitary and operational readiness.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Be able to set up, operate, and monitor Vertical Form/Fill/Seal machines to package food products according to company specifications.
- Previous experience in food packaging or machine operation (preferred).
- Understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, GMP, FDA regulations, etc.).
- Basic mechanical skills for troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Strong attention to detail to maintain quality control.
- Ability to lift and move heavy materials as required.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
- Ability to train others in running and troubleshooting equipment.
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:
- Competitive compensation package including profit sharing.
- Excellent benefits including:
- Medical – We pay 90% of weekly premiums for employees
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company match
- Company paid holidays
At Gold Medal, we value diversity and are committed to providing an environment of inclusivity and respect.
Gold Medal is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- relevant: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
