Job Description

Vertical Form Fill Seal Bagger Technician - 1st Shift (Waco, NE)

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose:

The Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) Bagger Technician is a highly skilled individual responsible for the advanced setup, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repair of VFFS packaging machinery and associated equipment. This role ensures optimal performance, minimizes downtime, and contributes to the overall efficiency and quality of the packaging line. The Technician acts as a primary technical resource for operators and actively participates in continuous improvement initiatives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Machine Setup & Optimization:
• Performs complex changeovers, including tooling and format changes, on various VFFS machines with minimal supervision.
• Optimizes machine settings (e.g., heat seal parameters, tension, timing, jaw pressure, pull belt settings) to achieve maximum efficiency, quality, and consistent bag integrity for diverse products and film types.
• Calibrates and adjusts integrated equipment such as multi-head weighers, auger fillers, checkweighers, metal detectors, and coding systems to ensure synchronized operation.
• Troubleshooting & Repair:
• Diagnoses and resolves complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on VFFS machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Utilizes schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals to identify root causes of malfunctions.
• Repairs or replaces worn or faulty components, including motors, sensors, PLCs, drives, and other precision parts.
• Performs welding, fabrication, or machining as needed for repairs or custom adjustments (if applicable skills are possessed).
• Preventative Maintenance (PM):
• Develops and executes comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for VFFS equipment to proactively identify and address potential issues.
• Conducts routine inspections, lubrication, and cleaning of machine components.
• Recommends and implements machine upgrades or modifications to improve reliability and performance.
• Quality Assurance:
• Conducts in-depth quality inspections on finished bags, analyzing seal strength, integrity, and overall bag aesthetics.
• Works collaboratively with Quality Control to address and resolve recurring quality deviations related to packaging.
• Documentation & Training:
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and part replacements.
• Creates and updates standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for VFFS operation and maintenance.
• Trains and mentors VFFS Operators on proper machine operation, basic troubleshooting, and preventative measures.
• Safety & Compliance:
• Adheres to all company safety policies and procedures, including strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Ensures all machine guarding and safety devices are in proper working order.
• Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other relevant industry regulations.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to enhance machine efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize production processes.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and presents solutions to management.
• Other duties as assigned by the Plant Operations Manager or Plant Manager

Req Number: 130826BR

Address Line 1: 1919 US Highway 34

Job Location: Waco, Nebraska (NE)

Shift: 1st Shift

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

EEO Statement: Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.

Required Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience 0 - 6 Months

Division: Mountain Manufacturing

Job Category: Operations

Preferred Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience 6 Months - 1 Year Training in product quality control preferred Grain processing plant experience preferred

State: Nebraska

Company Description: Start-to-finish manufacturing, packing, and distribution of best-in-class, grab-and-go items to drive growth to a customer's bottom line this is the dynamic and delicious world of Mountain Manufacturing. With the latest array of in-house manufactured food, snack, and beverage offerings, customers can choose products from a family of name brands or create their own custom-made, private label products to stand out in the market.

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