Plant Technician - Packing

B&G Foods

Covington, KYFull-time$22.52–24.13/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$22.52–24.13/hr

Location

Covington, KY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

B&G Foods is hiring a Plant Technician for its Cincinnati plant to operate packing, production, or process equipment. The role includes material handling, equipment troubleshooting and routine maintenance, data entry, quality inspections, and recordkeeping. The posting lists a high school diploma or equivalent and several alternative technical education or experience paths. Work is on-site, with full-time shifts and an hourly pay range stated for entry level.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Production Equipment OperationMaterial Handling EquipmentEquipment TroubleshootingRoutine MaintenanceMath and StatisticsComputer OperationHand and Power ToolsQuality InspectionConflict ResolutionProblem SolvingCommunicationTime ManagementGoal SettingPriority SettingProcess ImprovementLiftingStanding and Walking

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDTwo Years Technical Work ExperienceOne Year Technical Education or TrainingFour-Year College DegreeMust Be 18+Citizen or Work Visa

Benefits

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Expected Start Date

10/19/2026

Compensation

$ / hourly

Hours Per Week

Number Of Positions

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

Monday - Friday 2nd Shift (2:30 pm - 11:00 pm) or 3rd Shift (10:30 pm - 7:00 am) //// Monday - Wednesday 12 hr (6:30 pm - 7:00 am) + 8hr every other Thursday (6:30 pm - 3:00 am)

Job Description

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Job Description

Plant Technician – Packing and Process

Cincinnati - Plant

5204 Spring Grove Ave

Cincinnati, OH 45217

Minimum Requirements:

High School Graduate or equivalent

Citizen or Work Visa

Minimum age of 18

Two years of technical work experience

One year continued technical education/training beyond high school

(Mechanical, Shop, Electrical, Computer, Design, Architect, etc.)

Completed four- year college degree.

Salary

Entry level $22.52-$24.13/hour with opportunity to earn $38.53/hour plus shift premium.

Competitive benefits including 401k match, paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.

Job Responsibilities:

Operate high-speed making, packing and other production related equipment or

Operate as a refinery or deodorizer technician in the process department

Operate essential material handling equipment (forklift, electric pallet jack, and hand trucks)

Perform the necessary physical activity for purposes of operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment including:

Climbing stairs and ladders, standing on, and moving around on platforms, equipment and concrete floors

Twist or bend at the knees and back

Lift objects up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques

Stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time

Use basic hand tools and power tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, drills, grinders, etc.

Troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on basic equipment components

Develop and analyze data using basic skills in math and statistics

Operate a computer to input data, review data, and communicate via email

Make personal safety and safe operation a priority including:

Using required personal protective equipment

Following all safe practices

Using and understanding the various visual and audible alarms and signals for equipment startup, evacuations, fires, etc.

Participating in monthly safety audits

Maintain a clean work area and utilize Good Manufacturing Practices by following all quality specifications and performing quality inspections

Keep and maintain accurate records and data.

Know and use terminology and functions of machine components

Maintain a good attendance record (no absences during probationary period)

Read and comprehend high school level material as well as technical training materials on various equipment operations

Work the same schedule as a team either rotating or straight shifts that are 8 or 12 hours in duration and 5 to 7 days per week

Work consistently with a team and demonstrate effective leadership and team skills including but not limited to:

Conflict resolution

Problem solving (Analytical Troubleshooting processes)

Communications (effective listening, giving and receiving feedback)

Time Management

Goal Setting

Priority Setting

Process improvement

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact Human Resources. For more information on your federal rights, please review the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal poster at https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.