Production Operator

Perfetti Van Melle

Production Operator at Perfetti Van Melle, responsible for packaging process operations and equipment troubleshooting. Join a team producing iconic brands like Mentos and Airheads.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeErlanger • Kentucky • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $22 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform all functions associated with the start-up, shutdown, lockout, sanitation, and operation of the packaging process equipment.
Troubleshoots equipment and makes necessary adjustments to ensure the efficient flow of product.
Ensures product quality within controlled parameters to minimize waste.
Efficiently and safely operate and monitor all packaging equipment to maintain product flow from discharge of the extruder to palletize.
Responsible for package integrity and quality checks, including metal, seals, code date, and product weight and case counts/weights.
Monitor and maintain correct product/case weights.
Handle scrap and waste from machine, as necessary.
Perform data entry into the computer.
Maintain a clean, orderly work area.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Previous manufacturing/warehouse/distribution experience is required.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to work overtime hours, above your normal schedule, to meet customer’s demands.
Strong troubleshooting and problem analysis skills.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)- Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Uniform, Hairnet, Beard net, and Mask when required.
Occasional exposure to dusty conditions due to the handling of bulk products.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel between facilities preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

PTO package including vacation, wellness, and pay it forward time off
13 paid holidays
401k with Company Match up to 8%, ranking in the top 1% of the country
Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Annual well-being subsidy
20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options
Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement
Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, Etc.)
Modest monthly candy allotments (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Equipment OperationTroubleshootingQuality ChecksData EntryMathematical Calculations

Soft Skills

Problem AnalysisAttention to Detail