Packaging Line Equipment Technician

Cibo Vita Foods

Totowa, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Cleaning Equipment, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Food Production, Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Performance Analysis, Product Safety, Product Support, Production Machining, Record Keeping, Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Startup, Sustainability
LOCATION
Totowa, NJ
POSTED
4 days ago

Join Cibo Vita to help the world Snack With Purpose

At Cibo Vita, headquartered in Totowa, NJ, we craft premium, better-for-you snacks under the Nature’s Garden brand. Our Madison facility is where ideas turn into delicious, functional products that support wellness and sustainability.

Location

Madison

Position Type

Full-time, On-Site

Compensation Note

A $2.00/hour differential is added for any hours worked on the Third Shift (not included in the initial base rate).

Your day-to-day

When your shift begins, you review the production run sheet and confirm the right ingredients, packaging, and labels are staged. You set up the line, dial in product and process parameters, and bring the equipment up to speed. Throughout the run, you watch machine indicators, listen for changes, and adjust to maintain steady performance. You verify seals are tight, weights are on target, and labels are accurate so every bag leaving the line meets specifications and counts. You keep thorough batch records, support quick changeovers, and leave the line clean and ready for the next product. Safety, GMP, SOP, and HACCP practices guide every move you make.

What you will handle

  • Operate and fine-tune production machinery to hit product and process targets
  • Verify materials and labels before startup; confirm compliance with the run sheet
  • Continuously monitor machine performance during production
  • Inspect output for seal integrity, proper weight, and accurate labeling
  • Ensure packaging and product conform to specifications and required quantities
  • Complete batch documentation with precision and timeliness
  • Assist with line changeovers and perform equipment cleaning between runs

What you bring

  • High school diploma
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 20 pounds
  • 3+ years working with manufacturing equipment and processes in a GMP/SOP environment

Technical strengths

  • Equipment and mechanical troubleshooting
  • Food and beverage manufacturing know-how
  • HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Mixing, blending, and weighing raw materials
  • Pasteurization process familiarity
  • Setting up machines for production runs
  • Proven experience in a manufacturing environment

Rewards and growth

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • PTO
  • Company-paid Holidays
  • Career advancement and training opportunities

Classification

**Job Type:

** Hourly (Non-Exempt)

About Cibo Vita

Innovation drives us. We pair quality ingredients with creative flavor and function to deliver premium healthy snacks that support well-being—helping consumers "Snack With Purpose."

About the Company

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