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Packaging Operator (3rd Shift)

$45k to $48k

Collegedale, TNFull-timePosted Oct 20, 2026

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Job description

Join America’s favorite family bakery since 1934—home of Little Debbie®, Drake’s® Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery® Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You’ll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings.

Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join Mc. Kee Foods, you’ll discover a better way to live and work. Please submit comprehensive work history or a resume covering the past 3 years. Include all periods of employment, unemployment, self-employment, short-term jobs, caregiving, and education.

Ensure you provide accurate month and year ranges for each period. Pay $21.87- $23.25 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications Plus $2.00 / hour shift premium for 3rd shift hours Schedule 3rd Shift (Sunday-Thursday; 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.); other days and hours as needed Location Plant 2A, Line 205 10260 Mc.

Kee Road, Collegedale TN 37315 Job Summary Mc. Kee Foods is seeking a Packaging Operator to join our Collegedale, TN manufacturing team. The packaging Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining packaging machinery to ensure efficient production of Mc. Kee Foods products. The operator will set up machines, monitor packaging processes, and troubleshoot any issues to ensure product quality and adherence to safety standards.

This role involves working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment and requires close attention to detail, teamwork, and a strong focus on safety efficiency. Required Qualifications Excellent organizational skills Self-motivated with high initiative Basic math skills Adaptable to change and able to do multiple tasks; flexible Ability to work effectively with others; team player Good communication skills Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy Ability to frequently lift and move 50 lbs.

Good analytical skills Ability to determine cause and effect; troubleshooting skills Ability to learn basic computer skills Good work record, safety, and attendance record; dependable Demonstrated desire to work hard Willingness to try new ideas Minor equipment maintenance Steel-toed slip resistant safety shoes required Knowledge of and adherence to company food safety, product purity, company policy and departmental procedures Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Mc.

Kee Foods Corporation and OSHA safety regulations General mechanical aptitude Knowledge of OPM software systems or PC experience Benefits Competitive weekly pay Profit-sharing cash bonus program 401(k) with matching contributions Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.) Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan Supplemental plans, including life insurance Fully-paid parental leave Health Center and Pharmacy Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere) Tuition reimbursement Credit Union Exercise and recreation facility Wellness programs with incentives Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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