Machine Tender 3rd Shift
Company: HP Hood
Location: Suffield
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
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. Schedule: Monday - Friday 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM Saturdays
as overtime as needed. Job Summary: Maintain and operate support
equipment related to filling operations. This includes but is not
limited to the bulk can forming machine, filler, lid descrambler,
vision system, banding system, check weigher, coders, inverter,
bundler, variegate system, and ingredient feeder. Job
Responsibilities: Properly form bulk cans in such a manner as to
supply bulk can filler at all times; Add designated lids to lid
descrambler on scround/quart lines and ensure proper operation to
supply filler at all times; Calculate usage rates and operate
ingredient feeder and variegate following SOP’s to ensure proper
type and quantities of ingredients and variegates are consistently
added into ice cream; Assist in operation of banding machines and
change rolls as needed; Assist in disassembly, cleaning, and
assembly of ingredient feeders, variegate systems, and other
related equipment; Verify metal detectors are operating properly
and complete documentation according to SOP’s; Operate bundler in
such a manner as to ensure a consistent/quality wrap is being
applied to containers. Change rolls as necessary; Palletize product
if necessary to maintain production, e.g. during temporary
breakdowns in hardening systems; Assist filler operator during
flavor changes and when problems arise in order to maximize
productivity and quality of the work center; Pack sandwich boxes
into sleeves, and ensure finished cases are properly coded and
shrink wrapped; Operate PIT to move packaging and material in and
out of work centers; Maintain a clean and safe work area, as well
as clean and safe work practices at all times. This includes
removal and disposal of all trash and cardboard as well as removal
and disposition of rework and scrap barrels; Follow all Company,
State, and Federal requirements, ensuring compliance with all
GMP’s, SOP’s, and any other regulation; Work effectively as part of
a team and display a positive attitude; Other duties as assigned.
Safety Responsibilities: Work in a safe and responsible manner at
all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules;
Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or
manager; Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor
or manager; Meet all company requirements for training, including
but not limited to Log Out/Tag Out Awareness, PPE, PIT, Ergonomics,
etc. SQF Requirements/Responsibilities: Support SQF by maintaining
food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and
maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed
procedures; Report food safety problems to a supervisor or manager;
Education and Experience: A High School Diploma or equivalent;
Basic math and computer skills; Ability to work independently and
within a group/team atmosphere; Good organizational and time
management skills. Physical Requirements: Standing: Long periods of
time (6-8 Hours). Walking: Occasionally for short periods. Bending:
Frequently. Twisting of Wrist: Frequently Twisting of Spine:
Frequently Lifting: Light–Heavy, ( 50 lbs Occasionally). Carrying:
Light (30-50 lbs) frequently, distance 15 yards. Pushing/Pulling:
>150 lbs Occasionally. Exact compensation may vary based on
skills, experience and location. The pay range for this position is
$24.46 - $27 USD HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled "VERVRAA Federal Contractor" CCPA
For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts
to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of
employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this
law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity
and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by
immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this
time.
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