Packaging Machine Operator

At YAMASA , crafting authentic foods & ingredients isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are. Since 1645 , every detail has mattered: our ingredients, our process, our people, our place, and our products. And since bringing our Japanese craftsmanship to the USA in 1994, our Salem team continues that legacy with pride, precision, & passion.

Now, we’re looking for experienced Packaging Machine Operators to help keep that tradition alive—on Swing Shift (3:00 PM–11:30 PM) . If you’ve got hands-on experience in food processing, love the rhythm of well‑tuned machinery, and don’t mind getting your steps in (up to 12 hours of standing!), this may be your perfect next role.

Perform process area sanitation

Prepare the process area for start‑up: products, packaging materials, equipment adjustment, palletizing—every detail counts

Operate semi‑automated portion pack filling equipment & all other filling machinery

Place filled containers into shipping cartons, palletize, and stage for warehouse transfer

Monitor filling equipment, adjusting keep things running smoothly

Inspect filled containers & cartons for compliance with YAMASA standards and state/federal regulations

Initiate equipment adjustments & changeovers as needed

Maintain strict confidentiality regarding company matters